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respective

[ri-spek-tiv] / rɪˈspɛk tɪv /


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Such beliefs were reinforced by their respective political circumstances.

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

They also carved out their own respective roles in the social world.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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