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minute

[min-it] / ˈmɪn ɪt /






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The Lakers’ two most experienced players created a signature moment in the final minute with the Lakers leading by five.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

“You get atrophy, change in physiology from the minute you rupture it. The best thing to do is to fix it faster.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

There were people who I respect, people from companies we tried to sell the special to, who said, “I wish there were more jokes per minute in those parts.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Never seen a manager more clearly out of his depth from the minute he walked in to Stamford Bridge.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“One minute, you’re on a date with Ell, and the next you’re over here making googly eyes at this lothario!”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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