in more ways than one
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: for more than one reason
Their story is a tragedy in more ways than one.
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Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Sheglam Perfect Skin High-Coverage Concealer Available in 20 different shades, this highly pigmented concealer is unique in more ways than one.
—Michelle Baricevic, InStyle, 22 Jan. 2026
Goop’s beauty brand is expanding, in more ways than one.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026
Lewis Pullman is ready for a cold one in more ways than one.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 22 Jan. 2026
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