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[pair] / pɛər /




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The buzz: Turkey could be one of the surprise teams in the tournament after qualifying for the World Cup for the first time since 2002 with a pair of 1-0 wins over Romania and Kosovo.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Charges against the pair were later dropped after new evidence emerged, according to the police service of Northern Ireland.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

When Mary shows up unexpectedly, asking Sam for the two things she won’t provide — forgiveness and a dress — the pair slowly find their bond regenerating, pulled back together by forces outside their control.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

He remained in the water holding on as the pair drifted in the strong Bristol Channel currents.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

A pair of gannets flew high over us, going toward the sea.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff




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