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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

“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

Thousands of sea lions gather at the pier depending on the time of year, KRON4 reported.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

That evening their car slid down the slipway of a pier and into Lough Swilly.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

No altering of the environment or pier by contestants.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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