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Mills gives off the disarming sense of a secure soul undeterred by whippersnappers who toss around fancy words such as gerontocracy.
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Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Kahan gives off an air of approachability rare for someone of his level of fame.
—Katey Psencik, Austin American Statesman, 16 Mar. 2026
The fit is relaxed but still flattering, and the wide leg gives off that effortless ‘cool girl on vacation’ energy.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
As the fish steams inside the packets, the leaves give off a vegetal base flavor and scent.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Kahan gives off an air of approachability rare for someone of his level of fame.
—Katey Psencik, Austin American Statesman, 16 Mar. 2026
The fit is relaxed but still flattering, and the wide leg gives off that effortless ‘cool girl on vacation’ energy.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
As the fish steams inside the packets, the leaves give off a vegetal base flavor and scent.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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“Give off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give%20off. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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