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been

American  
[bin, ben] / bɪn, bɛn /

verb

  1. past participle of be.


been British  
/ biːn, bɪn /

verb

  1. the past participle of be 1

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Durazo, speaking to journalists on Wednesday, said his visa has not been revoked, that he is not aware of an investigation into his actions, and that he has committed no wrongdoing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

In a statement to The Times, Villarreal denied any connection to organized crime, saying that as a public servant, he has always been transparent, responsible and followed the law.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Since the cancellation of the visas, both have been the recipients of Significant Public Benefit parole, which can be used to allow individuals to enter the U.S. to cooperate with law enforcement, the sources said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The main driver has been the rapid growth of the so-called lab-grown diamond industry.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Without thinking twice, she rushed to get Abigail and bring her back to the cave where she’d been hiding.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

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