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[meyk] / meɪk /










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But even having the most charismatic goal scorer who ever lived couldn’t make soccer stick.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Indonesia began enforcing its own social media ban for users under the age of 16 in March, while several European governments have announced their desire to make similar moves.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In a statement, AMC said due to the “robust lineup of upcoming films and strong advance ticket sales in the weeks ahead,” it needed to make some programming adjustments.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Mercedes have been awarded one permissible upgrade this season and another next, while all other manufacturers - Ferrari, Audi and Honda - can make two in both this season and 2027.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

In the cortex, you feel your emotions and you make sense of what your senses are telling you.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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