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something that happens
I'm trying to forget the whole embarrassing episode
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Recent Examples of episodes
The aesthetic is going to go a lot of different places across Season 8, too, including two episodes in the round and the finale, which Badner wouldn’t dare spoil but is proud of the wonderful collaboration between the production design, camera, and lighting teams.
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
For one of his final episodes, Stephen Colbert paid tribute to some of the worst ideas the late-night show has had, including dressing Michael Keaton up as a pigeon.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026
Raising Kanan premieres on Friday, June 12, with new episodes streaming weekly on Fridays via Starz.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Glover will also direct multiple episodes of Season 2.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 19 May 2026
Joy, who directed episodes of Westworld and Fallout, then assured fans the team is committed to delivering a faithful and cinematic version of the beloved novels.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Duffy told Fox & Friends that episodes will drop in June.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 12 May 2026
New episodes are available every morning.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Filming reunion episodes for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is no easy feat, according to Kathy Hilton.
—Nicholas Rice, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
For one of his final episodes, Stephen Colbert paid tribute to some of the worst ideas the late-night show has had, including dressing Michael Keaton up as a pigeon.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026
Raising Kanan premieres on Friday, June 12, with new episodes streaming weekly on Fridays via Starz.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Glover will also direct multiple episodes of Season 2.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 19 May 2026
Joy, who directed episodes of Westworld and Fallout, then assured fans the team is committed to delivering a faithful and cinematic version of the beloved novels.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Duffy told Fox & Friends that episodes will drop in June.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 12 May 2026
New episodes are available every morning.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Filming reunion episodes for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is no easy feat, according to Kathy Hilton.
—Nicholas Rice, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for episodes
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Though the couple hasn't commented publicly on their relationship, and Foxx has been candid about keeping his relationships out of the spotlight in the past, Huckstepp has supported Foxx at a number of events.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Inspired by true events, LifeHack follows Kyle and his crew of digital Robin Hoods who hack scammers and steal from people the internet loves to hate, working from the comfort of their bedrooms.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Or, in this case, cutting things up with scissors and tossing them around.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Some people argue that enforcement becomes necessary when encampments grow large or long-term, especially when safety concerns, sanitation issues, or violent incidents arise.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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The Tribune has reported on several incidents involving recreational boaters on Lake Michigan and nearby waterways, underscoring the importance of preparedness and safety awareness.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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Given the circumstances for the game against Arsenal last time out, a defensive wing-back system was understandable, but sticking with the same tactics against Newcastle was another reminder of how incognisant Nuno can be in his approach.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Although Djena wasn’t literally trapped in the Toures’ home, she was trapped by her circumstances.—
Yudhijit Bhattacharjee,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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This is proof that sometimes divine intervention-like occurrences can happen, occurring purely via the Grace of God.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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Valdez’s ejection was the latest in a series of questionable occurrences throughout his career, including a situation last season when Valdez, then with the Houston Astros, crossed up catcher César Salazar, prompting speculation about whether the pitch was thrown with malicious intent.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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“Episodes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/episodes. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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