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as in dilemma
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
the writers have gotten themselves into a corner on that TV show
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as in intersection
a place where roads meet
we'll meet at the corner tomorrow
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as in milestone
a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
the president believes that we have turned a corner in the war on drugs
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as in to front
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Recent Examples of corner
Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
But as the album opens up, its narrative becomes even clearer: This is an expansive tribute to the archiving and safeguarding of cultures that has been—and continues to be—done not just in Puerto Rico, but in all corners of the planet.
—Joan Escutia, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
Kayti Burt, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
Unfortunately Ryan Reynolds and Deadpool have cornered the market on that lately to better effect.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024
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One element of his genius is the ability to find beauty in the darkest corners and to uncover humanity in even the most misshapen of creatures.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
But as the album opens up, its narrative becomes even clearer: This is an expansive tribute to the archiving and safeguarding of cultures that has been—and continues to be—done not just in Puerto Rico, but in all corners of the planet.
—Joan Escutia, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, Chinese streamer iQiyi has continued to market itself internationally, using a similar strategy as Viki in an attempt to corner the growing number of global watchers who watch exclusively Asian dramas.
—Kayti Burt, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
Unfortunately Ryan Reynolds and Deadpool have cornered the market on that lately to better effect.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for corner
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That dilemma will challenge Rubio, who has frequently criticized the Biden administration as too accommodating to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, and too lenient in its policies toward Cuba.Michael Wilner, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Consider this dilemma: someone has an old home in a high-price area and is considering adding a bathroom to the home.Cicely Jones, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Those are some of the insights gleaned from a survey of 2,170 resident big-game hunters asked a series of questions at the intersection of technology and hunting ethics, wildlife management, and opportunity.Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
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Police said the intersection of Route 5 and Route 140 was closed for several hours.Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2025
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This week may bring a milestone event or situation in regard to a community for you, such as a festive party, award show or networking mixer.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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Celebrate milestones and achievements, showing the tangible impact of employees’ efforts.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Sutherland keeps us guessing, while establishing one of the more heartening qualities of his career: a general disinterest in hogging the spotlight and a willingness to cede it to his female co-stars.A.A. Dowd, Vulture, 25 June 2024
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The euro, meanwhile, which has hogged the headlines of late, recovered versus the greenback as political turmoil in France sent traders scrambling for hedging protection against further price swings.Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
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The gated property is fronted by large lawns and a winding driveway flanked by leafy, mature trees that leads to a landscaped motor court with a porte cochère.Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2025
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Raygun: The Musical, fronted by comedian Stephanie Broadbridge, was cancelled after Gunn’s attorneys reached out to the comedy club where the show was set to take place, and threatened to take legal action if the performance went ahead as planned, according to the outlet.Danielle Jennings, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Leftover charcuterie is a bit of a challenge, with items as diverse as fig jam or Jamón Ibérico and a vast spread of about six categories (carbs, meat, cheese, spreads, pickles, and nuts).Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
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The restaurant serves chili on burgers — which come in single, double and triple patty options, each with tomatoes, pickles, onions and mustard.Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
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In it, the railroad says it was awarded a grant to add a third track from a junction in Brooklyn south to East St. Louis.Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025
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During the construction, access to Laurel Falls will be closed from both the Little River Road and the junction of Little Greenbrier Trail and Cove Mountain Trail, the NPS noted.Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
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Following the film’s exhilaratingly unexpected climax, Lucy and Dylan’s eventual reunion turns it into a staider, talkier affair.Guy Lodge, Variety, 27 Dec. 2024
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The 1922 version's climax is more focused on Knock escaping and being hunted by the townsfolk because he's scapegoated for the plague.Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 25 Dec. 2024
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“Corner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corner. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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