in the original
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: in the language used by the original writer
We read Homer in the original, not in translation.
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Ricky Chau, the execution lead, noted that the facility continues to adapt, fielding diagnostic systems that are more complex than those used in the original campaigns.
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Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2025
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Cameron — who has directed all three of the films in the Avatar franchise — said that Damon, 55, was never actually offered the role of Jake Sully in the original 2009 film.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
Kiyoko co-wrote the screenplay with Stefanie Scott, the actress who starred as Coley in the original music video.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
The Caesarism inherent in the original American presidency got turbocharged not just by the New Deal but also by the country’s ascension to superpower status.
—Stephen Kotkin, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
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Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2025
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Cameron — who has directed all three of the films in the Avatar franchise — said that Damon, 55, was never actually offered the role of Jake Sully in the original 2009 film.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
Kiyoko co-wrote the screenplay with Stefanie Scott, the actress who starred as Coley in the original music video.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
The Caesarism inherent in the original American presidency got turbocharged not just by the New Deal but also by the country’s ascension to superpower status.
—Stephen Kotkin, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
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