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shark

[shahrk] / ʃɑrk /














NOUN
harpy
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NOUN
racketeer
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Earlier this year in January, four shark attacks were reported along the New South Wales coast over two days.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

"There is always some sort of control measure by the loan shark to get you to pay," he said.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Like a shark on the hunt, he never stops moving.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Aggressive shark behavior includes circling, charging and gaping in the waters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

“Seeing the shark this way doesn’t do her justice. They really are powerful when you see them swimming through the ocean,” Robin said.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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