dear
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He posted on social media: "our focus included ways to ensure safe transit that is to benefit of all dear neighbors and the world. Our neighbors are our priority."
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
We have dear friends with two dynamic and talented daughters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
"Those early years were bit parts, chorus lines, lots of rejection... but my dear dad always reminded me that perseverance furthers, that was his motto."
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
She added that the character was always dear to her, as was her parenting style.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Ma, dear Ma, calling to us, her squad of three, soon to be two.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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