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envelope

[en-vuh-lohp, ahn-] / ˈɛn vəˌloʊp, ˈɑn- /


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When the reporter placed a letter for Paxton in the mailbox, an envelope addressed to Warren Paxton, the attorney general’s given name, was visible.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2026

But the envelope made out to Berent was returned unopened by the Department of State’s Office of General Counsel in May of this year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

Historically, crypto has pushed the legal envelope, and may design rewards to mimic interest without violating the law.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The envelope had almost been opened once before.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

I slide a piece of newspaper from the envelope.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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