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mysterious

[mi-steer-ee-uhs] / mɪˈstɪər i əs /


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The mysterious role played by Walker, who kept close ties with both men, will come under scrutiny for the first time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Or is it simply about “trauma and the mysterious workings of the unconscious,” as New York Times critic Beatrice Loayza says?

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Those familiar with the lore of the “Masters of the Universe” franchise will recognize that the mysterious woman is Adam’s long-lost twin sister, Adora.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Against the backdrop of these frequent price fluctuations, speculation continues about the true identity of Bitcoin's mysterious inventor known only as Satoshi Nakamoto.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

From his vantage point, Jonah could see Gary standing by the mysterious spot on the rock wall outside.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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