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looked up
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The popular halftime performer known as Red Panda finished her signature seven-minute set, looked up at a crowd of fans chanting her name and flashed a smile before dismounting.—
Alanis Thames,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026 -
As Vizcaino delivered her opening argument, Braddy looked up, moving his lips.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Happened (by).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happened%20%28by%29. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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