as in explores
to search through or into
the owner is being forced to look into new options for promoting his declining business
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This lyrical collection from B Batchelor—a 2025 Haymarket Writing Freedom Fellow, and a recipient of multiple awards from PEN America—explores the way incarceration distorts time.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
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Written and directed by Stone, the movie is described as being an intimate and provocative drama that explores family, loss, pain and uncovers how love can change shape during our lifetimes.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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This story was originally published by ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
12 June 2026
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The film also examines Tribeca’s role as a platform for discovering new talent and showcasing independent storytelling.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The three-part series examines the pop star’s 2005 molestation trial, in which he was acquitted of all charges, and features key players from the trial, including jurors, eyewitnesses and prosecutors.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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“Looks (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looks%20%28into%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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