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Recent Examples of greek
The other two signings in the current window are rich in unproven promise — 18-year-old Greek forward Charalampos Kostoulas from Olympiacos in Greece (over £31m including add-ons) and 19-year-old former Sunderland winger Tommy Watson (£10m).
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025
While eggplant grills, prepare Greek Couscous. Place 2 eggplant slices on each of 4 plates.
—Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
As sorority hopefuls on campus begin their participation in the University of Alabama's renowned Greek Life tradition, social media's eyes are once again fixed on Tuscaloosa.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The Greek Stock Market Rally The stock market has rewarded the improved outlook.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The name Perseid meteor shower or Perseids comes from the Greek Perseidai, or sons of Perseus, referring to Greek mythology, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 12 Aug. 2025
And, as anyone who has visited the Greek Isles can attest, a reasonable number of wild cats can thrive in a community without creating health and safety issues.
—Marc Joffe, Oc Register, 9 Aug. 2025
Chipotle Cream Sauce: Stir together 3/4 cup of Greek yogurt, lime zest, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of garlic, and 2 teaspoons of adobo sauce with 2 tablespoons of cool water.
—Laura Schober, Health, 7 Aug. 2025
Can't Miss: There's no shortage of festivals and events, some including: Portland Greek Festival, Portland Seafood and Wine Festival, and Feast Portland, as well as Portland Saturday Market and the Portland Craft Beer Festival.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
Andy Naylor, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025
While eggplant grills, prepare Greek Couscous. Place 2 eggplant slices on each of 4 plates.
—Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
As sorority hopefuls on campus begin their participation in the University of Alabama's renowned Greek Life tradition, social media's eyes are once again fixed on Tuscaloosa.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The Greek Stock Market Rally The stock market has rewarded the improved outlook.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The name Perseid meteor shower or Perseids comes from the Greek Perseidai, or sons of Perseus, referring to Greek mythology, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 12 Aug. 2025
And, as anyone who has visited the Greek Isles can attest, a reasonable number of wild cats can thrive in a community without creating health and safety issues.
—Marc Joffe, Oc Register, 9 Aug. 2025
Chipotle Cream Sauce: Stir together 3/4 cup of Greek yogurt, lime zest, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of garlic, and 2 teaspoons of adobo sauce with 2 tablespoons of cool water.
—Laura Schober, Health, 7 Aug. 2025
Can't Miss: There's no shortage of festivals and events, some including: Portland Greek Festival, Portland Seafood and Wine Festival, and Feast Portland, as well as Portland Saturday Market and the Portland Craft Beer Festival.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for greek
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No more hocus-pocus putting taxpayers on the hook for some sketchy deal that may or may not show a positive return in 15 years, if lucky.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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In both Joss Whedon's theatrical version and Zack Snyder's longer cut, Clark Kent is resurrected by some cosmic hocus-pocus housed in an alien Mother Box.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
10 July 2025
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Berg’s favorite archive discovery was tipped by Ben Harper: low res hot air balloon footage from the Eurockeenes festival on the French/Swiss border.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
8 Aug. 2025
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For a different perspective on the magnificent landscape, a dawn hot air balloon ride offers unparalleled views.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Driving the news: The statement was published only in English on the Facebook page of the Israeli Prime Minister's Office — potentially another case of double-talk by Netanyahu.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
27 Sep. 2024
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The GOP Senate candidate in Arizona, whose brand is a combative, never-back-down MAGA politics, has adopted a position on the issue that is nearly indistinguishable from that of double-talking Democrats.—
Rich Lowry,
National Review,
14 Apr. 2024
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Rather than directly discounting the TV by £200, Samsung is likely hoping that some people will be put off by the rigmarole of going through the claims process.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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The bust was followed by months of prolonged legal rigmarole.—
John Semley,
Rolling Stone,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park has some monkey business going on: updates to its primate and other animal habitats, educational buildings and pathways.—
Lillian Ashworth,
Oc Register,
18 July 2025
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Do a direct export from the original system—no monkey business.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
Noun
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The burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas is the chief driver of the climate crisis.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
13 Aug. 2025
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South Carolina: The GE Appliances plant in Camden, South Carolina currently produces gas water heaters.—
Olivia Evans,
The Courier-Journal,
13 Aug. 2025
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Sheila Jordan, a largely underappreciated voice in jazz, died yesterday at the age of 96.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
12 Aug. 2025
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In Detroit, though, Jordan discovered her love of jazz by way of hearing and then meeting Charlie Parker, eventually singing there under the name Jeannie Dawson.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
12 Aug. 2025
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That indicates either a profound lack of creativity or intense postproduction tomfoolery.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
30 May 2025
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Judge Judy, has served up swift justice with a sharp tongue and zero patience for tomfoolery.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
21 July 2025
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“Greek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greek. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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