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Recent Examples of Synonyms for Dunkirk
Noun
  • The biggest challenges facing Fort Worth include the hiring of a new police chief during a mental health crisis that law enforcement is failing to address effectively.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
  • The team averted a crisis on beam, with junior Jordan Bowers delivering a stellar routine after a fall from the prior athlete.
    Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The organization also suggests utilizing a monitoring device for these children in some situations, and points out the importance of establishing a community that can help support the kids.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The Ravens would love to reach an agreement on an extension with before the start of this season that would create a more tenable cap situation next year and beyond.
    Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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“Dunkirk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Dunkirk. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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