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former

[fawr-mer] / ˈfɔr mər /


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The attack was the first major test of a new American security partnership with the government of Sharaa, a former rebel leader who led the overthrow of autocrat Bashar al-Assad last year.

From The Wall Street Journal

The former teacher of Strictly Come Dancing finalist Amber Davies described her as a "born performer" who showed promise even as a child.

From BBC

The Pantheon -- a church and former Roman temple -- began charging visitors in 2023, and Venice last year introduced a tourist entry fee during peak periods.

From Barron's

The former “Saturday Night Live” comedian, 32, and his girlfriend, 29, are new parents to a baby girl, Hewitt announced Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times

Finally, Australia requires a comprehensive royal commission, as proposed by my former deputy leader, Josh Frydenberg.

From The Wall Street Journal