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fray

[frey] / freɪ /




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It is supplying the constitutional context and stripping away the pretense courts so often cling to when they want to stay out of the fray.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday ordered the military to enter the fiery fray, which hit residents and holidaymakers alike at the peak of France's vacation season.

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

Fontaine was thrust into the fray so abruptly that he even had to borrow a pair of boots.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Meanwhile, Jason Momoa swaggers into the fray from the cover of an ’80s hard-rock album with Kiss’ makeup, Manowar’s muscles and Meatloaf’s motorcycle.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

No leader could credibly claim to be above the fray.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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