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pier

[peer] / pɪər /


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The defendants -- both Chinese nationals who arrived in court in prison garb -- were acquitted of charges stemming from a separate bombing at a pier in Bangkok's Charoen Nakhon area.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The defendants -- both Chinese nationals who arrived in court in prison garb -- were acquitted of charges stemming from a separate bombing at a Bangkok pier.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

On the west side, the street along the harbor is chockablock with venues catering to tourists and daytrippers come to enjoy the pier and small beaches.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

“Police Activity on the Pier. Anyone in the area of the pier is requested to evacuate safely,” the statement read.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

With only fourteen contestants and a long pier, there was no reason to fight over one spot or another.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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