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Israelis flooded social media with pictures of them removing their yellow pin, which had become the ubiquitous symbol for the hostages, worn on bracelets, t-shirts and more.
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Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
As decades of repressive segregationist rule wore on, South Africa’s statist economy offered fewer opportunities to its white citizens.
—Eve Fairbanks, The Dial, 27 Jan. 2026
There are also hybrids for everyday wear on farms and ranches that feature functional bottoms, durable outsoles and flex zones for comfort.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
The crowd swelled to more than 2,000 as the day wore on.
—Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 27 Jan. 2026
The gathering also allows nominees to meet former winners and finalists, who offer advice on everything from navigating the process to what to wear on the big day.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
Flights in late afternoon are statistically more likely to be disrupted, as flight disruptions in the morning tend to cause a backlog that grows as the day wears on.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Cold-water laundry is a practical adjustment that lowers energy use, reduces wear on clothes and fits easily into existing routines.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
As the morning wore on, more flowers arrived, and then two silver balloons for #21 — the number Garcia, a senior at Woodrow, wore on his soccer jersey.
—Sue Ambrose, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
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Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
As decades of repressive segregationist rule wore on, South Africa’s statist economy offered fewer opportunities to its white citizens.
—Eve Fairbanks, The Dial, 27 Jan. 2026
There are also hybrids for everyday wear on farms and ranches that feature functional bottoms, durable outsoles and flex zones for comfort.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
The crowd swelled to more than 2,000 as the day wore on.
—Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 27 Jan. 2026
The gathering also allows nominees to meet former winners and finalists, who offer advice on everything from navigating the process to what to wear on the big day.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
Flights in late afternoon are statistically more likely to be disrupted, as flight disruptions in the morning tend to cause a backlog that grows as the day wears on.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Cold-water laundry is a practical adjustment that lowers energy use, reduces wear on clothes and fits easily into existing routines.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
As the morning wore on, more flowers arrived, and then two silver balloons for #21 — the number Garcia, a senior at Woodrow, wore on his soccer jersey.
—Sue Ambrose, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
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“Wear on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wear%20on. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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