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[trahy] / traɪ /








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The deal is awaiting regulatory approval, but officials in several state states recently announced plans to try to block the merger.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Another "just wants to try" that £16 truffle arancini starter.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“I spoke to Gwynne and explained just that to her and she understood it. … She didn’t try to apologize for it, but together we decided we would still move forward,” Loverro said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Wholesale prices in May posted the biggest back-to-back increases since 2022 and kept the pressure on businesses as they try to navigate another wave of U.S. inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

She’s always wanted to try frybread, but opportunities have not been forthcoming, despite her knowing for years that she’s Chickasaw.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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