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when

[hwen, wen, hwuhn, wuhn] / ʰwɛn, wɛn, ʰwən, wən /


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The process for the return of Terrible’s to Primm kick-started May 5, when Affinity confirmed the closure of Primm Valley Casino Resorts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

At times, when Victoria's homelessness became more obvious, the consequences could be severe.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

It could also help make up for coming revenue losses when the company’s HIV drugs lose patent protection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The trustees, however, included in their report an estimate of when the trust funds would be depleted if combined, in order to illustrate the actuarial status of the Social Security program as a whole.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Surely the Japanese wouldn’t dare strike when there are so many forces waiting for them.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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