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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

If officials, in partnership with World Surf League, do not see any additional shark activity Friday, they anticipate reopening the beach at 4:30 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

“Oh, I have eyes and ears all across the north,” said the shark.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown




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