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posed

[pohzd] / poʊzd /
ADJECTIVE
formal
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“This tragic loss is a reminder of the serious threat posed by mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile virus and dengue.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

In a Thursday note, Mohan posed the question: “Will Apple move from a scale and execution era to one driven by AI innovation?”

From MarketWatch Aug. 20, 2026

While the verdict caps the fallout from Evergrande's collapse, challenges posed by a stubborn slump in the once-booming property sector still loom large for China and its leaders.

From Barron's Aug. 20, 2026

Rubio's announcement did not specify whether Hashemi or Tahmasebi had committed wrongdoing or posed a national security threat themselves.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

“She actually posed for me hugging her tennis racquet.”

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King




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