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password

[pas-wurd, pahs-] / ˈpæsˌwɜrd, ˈpɑs- /


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Until then, it’s a good idea to keep your system software updated and use a strong password.

From Salon Aug. 17, 2026

"I have reset my password but the trains are not coming up on the new app when trying to book a return ticket for tomorrow."

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

That pushed the company to delve into other areas including advertising, cracking down on password sharing and gaming.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 16, 2026

Setting up 2FA helps block bad actors who might know your password from accessing your private chat history.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

“Baubles,” said Harry to the Fat Lady, this being the new, festive password.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling

"While no passwords or payment details were exposed, we recommend remaining cautious of any unexpected emails and always verifying the sender before clicking on links."

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

To immediately hinder hacking attempts, the agency recommended that water systems should be immediately removed from the internet as soon as possible and reset passwords.

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

Nonetheless, Claude used "basic techniques, such as exploiting weak passwords and unauthenticated endpoints," the blog continued.

From Barron's Jul. 31, 2026

If you’re like me, you find yourself digging for passwords you can’t remember to accounts you don’t know the name of.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

The ceremony continued for some time, with more perambulations and exchanges of secret passwords and hand signs, more invocations and singing, until C.P. found himself at last standing before the large central altar.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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