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universal

[yoo-nuh-vur-suhl] / ˌyu nəˈvɜr səl /


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A slew of wishes echoed the universal yearnings for health, wealth and true love.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

There is no such thing as a universal experience in this country-sized city.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

White’s vision intended for his music to reach a universal audience, evolve consciousness and change the world, using positivity as his North Star.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

If the U.S. could provide affordable and universal access to IVF, Adamson says, that would increase the number of babies by 8%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Jonah glared at his sister; he pressed his thumb and forefinger together and drew them across his lips, the universal sign for Shut up!

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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