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While Prince William remains estranged from his brother and sister-in-law, some royal observers say that the King, 76, should make the first move to help heal the broken bonds — though hesitation reigns behind closed doors.
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Janine Henni, People.com, 4 June 2025
Don't be afraid to make the first move, Cancer, but do it from the heart, not from a place of control.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Sources told People magazine that many believe Charles should make the first move in reconnecting with Harry.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2025
The best bet then would be for AI to make the first move before it is rendered inert.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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Janine Henni, People.com, 4 June 2025
Don't be afraid to make the first move, Cancer, but do it from the heart, not from a place of control.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Sources told People magazine that many believe Charles should make the first move in reconnecting with Harry.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2025
The best bet then would be for AI to make the first move before it is rendered inert.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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“Make the first move.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20the%20first%20move. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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