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She returned to competition in recent seasons despite repeated injuries, emphasizing her desire to compete on her own terms.
From Salon
England have a recent history of hair-raising starts to World Cups.
From BBC
In recent decades, his work has been taken up by international audiences through sampling, with elements of his recordings appearing in songs by artists across hip-hop and R&B.
From BBC
The sport has in recent years encouraged its stars' newfound obsession with attire as a way to capture new fans.
From Barron's
Mom-and-pop Chinese investors such as Tian helped push gold and silver to record highs—only to be whipsawed by wild price swings in recent weeks.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.