mount

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On Friday, American officials scrambled to mount a search-and-rescue operation for the crew of a downed jet fighter before Iran could reach any potential survivors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Davies and Radio 2's overnight presenter OJ Borg will cover the show over the next week, as speculation begins to mount over who will replace Mills.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Seeing the richest and largest companies unable to fend off a litigation like this expands the scope of plaintiffs lawyers who will be willing to mount similar cases.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Losses are mount as oil prices surge — the Brent contract is up by two thirds this year due to the war in Iran and attacks on energy infrastructure throughout the region.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Riker turned to curse at his mount and then shrieked.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older