Jamal
Americannoun
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Jamal Abdi, president of the National Iranian American Council, said that some of the sentiment comes from real grievances about corruption in Iran, such as the banker who embezzled millions before fleeing to Canada.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The first was for a foul on Jamal Musiala in the 78th minute and the second for taking the ball and delaying a Bayern free-kick following a foul on Kane.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
There is more to do, but “we are claiming victory,” said Jamal Harrison Bryant, a pastor in a church outside Atlanta that has helped lead the boycott.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, the UN ambassador of Bahrain, which introduced the resolution sponsored by 135 countries, said its passing reflected the Gulf's key role in the global economy.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
Jamal, the medic, came by with malaria pills.
From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers
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