Powers
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Putin's suggestion of direct talks in Istanbul followed Western powers' call for a 30-day ceasefire, after European leaders met in Kyiv on Saturday.
From BBC • May 14, 2025
Saturday, several hours before the Dodgers hosted the New York Yankees for the second of the coastal powers’ three games this weekend.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2023
Rome has 'golden powers' it can use to fend off unwanted interest in TIM's network, an asset it regards as of national strategic importance.
From Reuters • Mar. 28, 2023
Women’s National Team victory over Team Canada in Game 3 of the hockey powers’ Rivalry Series.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 20, 2022
But still, I thought your well-known powers——" "My dear sir, my 'well-known powers' are nothing but common sense assiduously applied and made quick by habit.
From Chronicles of Martin Hewitt by Morrison, Arthur
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