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hung

[huhng] / hʌŋ /
ADJECTIVE
suspended
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The two-story brick building was repainted in Reform teal, a large picture of lions wearing Union Jack flags hung on one wall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

The smell of sweet milk hung in the air, mixed with the earthy musk of manure.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

The uncertainty of Carvalho’s status has hung over the district since the raid — and some have criticized his paid leave as the district struggles with budget stress and employee layoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

Outside Book Garden, black banners hung across nearby streets and buildings, and the distant rhythmic beat of drums and religious chants could occasionally be heard.

From Barron's • Jun. 21, 2026

The half-moon hung in the sky, stars dotting the inky blackness.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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