number two

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Olivia Dean's The Art of Loving is at number two in the album chart, while US rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, is at number three with his new release Bully.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The world number two ended Australian 21-year-old Talia Gibson's impressive run in a 6-2 6-2 victory.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The supervisors appointed Curtis in a 3-2 vote, passing over Joanna Francescut, who had worked in the elections office since 2008 and was Darling Allen’s number two.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

China’s number two leader Li Qiang also vowed to help expand the world’s “trade pie” by opening up the country further, the AFP reported, citing state media.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“One: the original. Sometimes it goes on display at city hall. Two: the one given to the winner. Three: held in reserve in case crown number two goes missing.”

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy