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But it was in vain as Cerundolo won the next game on Sinner's serve to end his career Grand Slam dream for another year.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

They may serve to relax listeners but challenge the player.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Armed with a so-called super-majority of more than two-thirds of seats in parliament, he also plans retroactively to limit the number of terms a prime minister can serve to two.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

They’ve already had one win with the ongoing construction of an $150-million El Segundo practice facility, which should open next year and serve to attract the type of stars that a Los Angeles team deserves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

“Blood and noise would only serve to call the dragons.”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin