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[oh-puhn] / ˈoʊ pən /










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And they're keeping their fingers crossed and options open should both teams progress.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The vote, open to citizens 18 and older, is expected to be close.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

You can switch back to traditional Medicare during the annual open enrollment period, but outside of an initial window at age 65 you are not guaranteed the ability to buy a Medigap policy.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The Dodgers backdated the IL move to Monday, so Smith will be eligible to return June 19, when the Dodgers open a three-game home series against the Orioles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Nate looks up at the sound of the door creaking open, tosses his fringe of hair out of his eyes.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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