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provenance

[prov-uh-nuhns, -nahns] / ˈprɒv ə nəns, -ˌnɑns /


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“The property’s celebrity provenance and distinctive design details will naturally generate significant interest,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Pinning down the drones’ provenance is made intentionally difficult.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

These pieces remain in state custody while provenance research continues, sometimes decades after their recovery.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Sotheby's says the piece's pristine condition and royal provenance is expected to attract keen interest from museums and collectors, with the piece coming to the market at an estimate of £1.5-2.5m.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Beginning in the Administration Building, with a single wind tunnel, the lab grew until space limits pushed it to expand to the west onto several large properties tracing their provenance to colonial-era plantations.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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