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respective

[ri-spek-tiv] / rɪˈspɛk tɪv /


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Both were soldiers who had gone on to provide unsurpassed political leadership of their respective countries, and both were possessed of exceptional physical and moral courage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

These were just really decent people who wanted to make a change in their respective industries.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Across the 20 Premier League sides, 228 players were called up by their respective countries last month for World Cup qualifiers and friendlies.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Blue Owl said the credit income fund’s borrowers are doing well, growing their revenue and cash operating income at respective averages of 9% and 10%.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Standing at the top of the stairs, the two men watched the women go into their respective rooms and shut the doors.

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie




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