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[bih-kuhm] / bɪˈkʌm /




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At the same time, social media has become increasingly popular, acting as a bridge to the outside world for the population of around 800,000.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

Additionally, the issue will become the new 5-year benchmark, Cheung says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

In May, the Texas company Fervo Energy generated huge interest by becoming the first next-generation geothermal company to become publicly traded.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

In the first days after the fire, officials raised concerns that the unrefrigerated food might become so rancid as to create a biohazard risk.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

She had solidified, become real but for the faint shimmer of her fur.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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