A major
Americannoun
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A major revamp of Siri is anticipated, transforming it into an AI assistant similar to ChatGPT across Apple’s applications.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
A major review by the National Screening Committee said for every 1,000 men screened in their 50s, it would save two lives from prostate cancer over the next 15 years.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
A major reason for the lower number of injuries is that children today are sequestered at home in front of computer screens rather than playing outdoors.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
A major new moviemaking talent has arrived and he’s the beginning of a movement.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
A major came by, saw us sitting on the ground, and came over to us.
From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers
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