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[jen-er-uhl] / ˈdʒɛn ər əl /




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But Saxbe stresses a lot of men could use psychotherapy or support groups that bring dads together, as well as more time bonding with loved ones in general.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

At the time, Todd Blanche still headed the office, before assuming the role of acting attorney general in April.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

“You cannot put on those who have come to the United Kingdom in general to seek asylum what an individual has chosen to do,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Hilton will face former Biden administration health secretary Xavier Becerra in the general election in November.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

This was obviously pre–Civil War, and I stank at pre–Civil War simulations as a general rule.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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