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Noun
  • Even amid crises, the system generates new leaders, factions, and power centers.
    Narges Bajoghli, Time, 19 June 2025
  • Trump is also facing growing skepticism about deepening U.S. involvement in the Mideast crisis from some of his most ardent supporters.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 June 2025
Noun
  • His situation has parallels with Carl Rushworth, who has run out of patience at the Amex Stadium.
    Andy Naylor, New York Times, 27 June 2025
  • In recent days, China has appeared unwilling to become further entangled in the conflict past its diplomatic efforts, analysts say, instead using the situation as another opportunity to paint itself as a responsible global player and the US as a force for instability.
    Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 26 June 2025
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