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[kuhn-teynd] / kənˈteɪnd /












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Their tombs contained objects more commonly associated with male burials, including bows and arrows.

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the ammunition depot destroyed on Friday contained artillery shells and drones—and under Ukrainian law shouldn’t have been located in a populated area.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 29, 2026

The Timber fire is 21% contained, Cal Fire said in an update Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

The allegation is contained in an indictment lodged with the High Court of Justiciary in Glasgow over the incident that happened at the Ayrshire resort during a protest on 8 March 2025.

From BBC Aug. 28, 2026

According to Zita, they contained Bobby’s conspiracy theories.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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