one of two

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The executive was promoted last week to co-president, marking him as one of two top contenders to succeed Dimon when he retires.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Smyth, one of two landlord representatives on the board, said the outcome had been predetermined by the mayor.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

Olivia’s role in Griffin’s therapy is one of two big pieces missing from “The Tell.”

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

He quickly noticed that he was just one of two men in attendance.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

This “achievement gap” is a phenomenon that has been observed over and over again, and it typically provokes one of two responses.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell