turn of the century
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The concept of inclusion has been adopted by the educational establishment since the turn of the century.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Waves of xenophobia had swept the nation at the turn of the century following a massive surge of immigration from Southern and Eastern Europe.
From Salon ● May 26, 2026
Since at least the turn of the century our young people have been told, endlessly—in school, in media—that they will never have a nice life.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
In all, 16 members have died in office this decade, more than in any three consecutive Congresses since the turn of the century.
From Slate ● Apr. 24, 2026
This was East Durham, an area of run-down houses built around the turn of the century by the textile manufacturers for their workers.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
