nexus
Example Sentences
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It has been the nexus of my social life for over 20 years, and is simply irreplaceable.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
I have served in the federal government at the nexus of economics and geopolitics.
From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026
Ms. Ng’s introductory wall text explains that the term “fashion” conveyed a nexus of meanings during the years Gainsborough was painting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
However, Acting Special Agent in Charge Alex Doran, from the FBI's San Antonio office, said there were indications in the SUV and on the suspect that suggested a "nexus to terrorism".
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026
It’s a Saturday night in summer, so this block is a nexus of tourists plus New Yorkers who made poor life choices that landed them here.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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