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as in to get (away)
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August 05, 2025 When Happi Co. CEO Sam Rockwell partnered with Snoop Dogg and his son, Cordell Broadus, to launch Dr. Bombay Ice Cream, the team set out to disrupt a stagnant market with innovative flavors and culturally resonant branding.—
Harvard Business Review,
Harvard Business Review,
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Clooney plays Jay Kelly, a movie star who sets out on a journey of self-discovery with his manager, Ron (Adam Sandler).—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
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Also an original story, Weapons stars Julia Garner as a teacher who learns that 17 of the 18 children in her classroom simultaneously got out of bed and ran off into the night the exact same time, 2:17 a.m.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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His whole motive from the beginning is just to get out and be free.—
Vincent Perella,
IndieWire,
6 Aug. 2025
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That impulsive rescue set off a chain reaction that would change everything.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The rumble of the engines set off car alarms in the distance as ULA opened up its national security account for Vulcan, making only its third ever launch after flying two certification flights in 2024.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Aug. 2025
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Koch details how to clean your kitchen sink drain, as well as how to clear out any clogs.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
10 Aug. 2025
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The alcohol- and fragrance-free formula uses 2% salicylic acid (the standard amount found in over-the-counter products) to clear out pores and papaya enzymes to brighten, while moringa seed extract and antioxidant-rich chlorella help hydrate and calm.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
9 Aug. 2025
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As a matter of perspective, on the eve of July’s start of free agency, NBA.com last month put out a list of the top potential free agents in that Class of 2026.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Aug. 2025
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The two male cubs, after some work by the wildlife organization’s staff, were deemed healthy enough to be put out in an outdoor enclosure to mimic their natural habitat.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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His promotion also roughly coincides with the point at which the Red Sox took off following a disappointing start.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
7 Aug. 2025
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It was taken off the DHS website after widespread criticism and confusion over its accuracy and the criteria used for inclusion.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
6 Aug. 2025
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Kristi Noem made headlines last month when a thief snatched her purse inside a Washington, D.C., restaurant and made off with $3,000 in cash, prompting a question: Exactly how much money does the homeland security secretary have?—
Maggie McGrath,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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But the revenue that the U.S. government makes off the tariffs would reduce the total federal deficits by $2.8 trillion.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
4 June 2025
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Both eateries are open to the public, making this a great place to escape from the heat of the day while peeking inside the incredible interior of this historic building.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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What does this have to do with the series’ opening scene, in which nurse Melvin (Dan Fogler, whose recognizability counts as an early spoiler) escapes from a burning apartment, unable to save his mother?—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Light out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/light%20out. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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