thorny
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The result for Infantino has been an obsequious presence around American officials while navigating thorny questions of U.S. foreign policy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
If this spring’s “The Drama” still managed to polarize some viewers and critics with thorny yet palatable gender dynamics, “Obsession” is its dull cousin: all tell, no show.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
Further thorny issues will become clearer soon, such as who gets the nod between Bellingham or Aston Villa's outstanding Morgan Rogers in the number ten role.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed US President Donald Trump with a handshake on Thursday in Beijing for a superpower summit on thorny issues including Iran, trade and Taiwan.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
At least his back offered some protection from the thorny branches that kept catching at her clothes and scratching her face, like vicious animals with needle-sharp claws lying in wait in the dark.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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