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[spir-it] / ˈspɪr ɪt /




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But some South Africans pushed back, praising the spirit of their team, nicknamed Bafana Bafana.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

“Her warmth, compassion, and bright spirit touched countless lives, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her,” her family wrote on GoFundMe.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

“Duchamp Takes New York” readily conforms to the predictable narrative about the artist, glorifying his influence and spirit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

It’s a community bank, in spirit and statute: a small asset base, local client relationships, and straightforward financial services.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

The friends and relatives who attended these séances saw Estelle’s spirit too.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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