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[prahym] / praɪm /






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It is understood that Healey told the prime minister that what amounted to a percentage increase of 0.08% would not be enough to keep the country safe.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Ten years later, seated in the Oval Office, he would tell Italy’s then prime minister that Pavarotti, who died in 2007, was a “friend of mine, great friend of mine.”

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

“And then you hear the prime minister talking about €4 billion resorts,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

In the immediate moment, the prime minister, already drained of much authority, has to find a new defence secretary.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 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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