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[toht-l] / ˈtoʊt l /






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The investment drive has continued this year, with investments in the first quarter already nearly hitting 2025’s total at $64.59 billion, S&P Global Market Intelligence said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The diminutive magician scored twice, taking his goal total for the tournament to seven, before converting in the shootout as Argentina clinched a first World Cup since Diego Maradona's heroics in 1986.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

We are planning to withdraw an additional $4,700 per month from our retirement portfolio, giving us a total monthly income of $10,000.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Seoul's Personal Information Protection Commission said it would "impose a total of 624.68 billion won in fines... on Coupang for violating safety obligations and collecting personal data without legal grounds".

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“The total upheaval of your life in the space of a few hours is enough. I understand,” she said.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste




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