pertinent
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With the French Open starting on Sunday, there are two pertinent questions as far as the men's singles is concerned.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
As pertinent as stupidity is another human tendency, to be unable to remain permanently on high alert.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
It feels especially pertinent in a new era of maxx eating.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
Stephens message is pertinent to many rich families as several states have either raised taxes, or are expecting to, on their wealthier residents.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
What is pertinent is the calmness of that beauty, its sense of restraint.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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