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dear

[deer] / dɪər /




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In a high-profile visit in May, French President Emmanuel Macron threw his support behind Pashinyan, embracing the Armenian leader as a dear friend.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

You, dear Salon reader, are discerning and responsible, ready to face the reality of the world we’re living in, for better or for worse.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

“One of the first things she did was take me to meet her dear friends in the White House,” he recalled.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

“People’s high-quality and sustainable access to digital services is part of the peace, progress, and right to a decent life for the dear people of Iran,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“Glory, be a dear and find something for Danny to wear,” Auntie North said.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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