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rife

[rahyf] / raɪf /


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The combination of a fast-moving virus—fatal in up to 50% of cases—and a region rife with armed fighters has made an already difficult task of controlling the epidemic even harder, according to health experts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Speculation about the manager's future has been rife for months, with the question about his tenure at Manchester City often coming up in news conferences.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The theme-park industry is rife with challenges such as flat attendance, inflation hitting operational costs and bad weather.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

There is also some managerial uncertainty at City, with speculation rife that boss Pep Guardiola could decide to step down this summer.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

I don’t know yet, I am rife with unknowns, part of the hunt is to make the not-known known.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi




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