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deadline

[ded-lahyn] / ˈdɛdˌlaɪn /


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They may also set an artificial deadline well before April 15.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Despite entering the race at the filing deadline, she had a strong presence on social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

When that deadline was missed, Hamilton referred the matter to the Court of Session.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Canada has formally requested a renewal of the North American free trade agreement with the US and Mexico, called the USMCA, as the July deadline to renegotiate the pact looms.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

“Even if they were, hypothetically, a little unusual? And even if you hadn’t paid a fee and sent in a form by the deadline and didn’t have any money?”

From "Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer" by Kelly Jones




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