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prime

[prahym] / praɪm /






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The popularity of his rival, former prime minister Naftali Bennett, appears to have slightly increased.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The longtime prime minister proved to be a better entertainer than he was a builder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Trudeau was the last prime minister to form a majority government after he swept the 2015 election, but his government was later reduced to a minority.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The longtime prime minister proved to be a better entertainer than he was a builder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

“Think about it. The talent show isn’t until spring. That takes away Brooke Breckenridge and Ainsley Braden-Hammerschmidt’s prime opportunities to shine.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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