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Verb
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The Tallebudgera is up for sale from AUD 132,990 (for reference, this works out at roughly US$94,500) and has lots of options available, such as configuring its layout and choosing off-grid operation with solar panels, as shown in this example model.—
Adam Williams
May 20,
New Atlas,
20 May 2026 -
Over the past three months, the price of coffee at the grocery store has been rising at a pace that works out to more than 22% annually.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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The letter comes off way too aggressive, according to Hauf.—
Jason Rantala,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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This large cooler has two handles on the sides, and the lid comes off completely.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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How much do fans really care if a guy or girl goes over?—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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The tall mules are held in place by a wide toe strap that goes over the vamp creating an open, peep toe-like design.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
4 May 2026
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If a project succeeds, connect your contribution to the outcome in a clear and honest way.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Bryan succeeds Nancy Buese, who has stepped down by mutual agreement and will remain with CRH for a three-month period to support a smooth transition.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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The final shot features Andy, Nigel, and Miranda all working in their offices, as the camera pans out and zooms away from the high-rise building in what may be an homage to Working Girl (1988), a thematic inspiration for Prada’s screenwriter.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
1 May 2026
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Every once in a while, your friend's cousin's idea for a movie actually pans out.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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The route may simplify once the right idea clicks.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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Right before our interview starts, a PR rep produces a timer and clicks it on.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
12 May 2026
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