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Asiatica Kansas City, Kansas Since 1977, Elizabeth Wilson—an art historian with a specialty in Asian art—has crafted garments using vintage Japanese kimono fabrics and sold them at her Kansas City shop.—
Lauren Sieben,
Midwest Living,
27 May 2026 -
Yuzen dyeing is a Japanese resist-dyeing technique used especially for kimono.—
Chris Perugini,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Police found a leather Ka-Bar sheath in the bed with Goncalves and Mogen that prosecutors later said had Kohberger's DNA on it.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Extremely smooth on the palate, its flavors of blackberry, dark plum, cinnamon, and nutmeg are set into a sheath of plush tannins that gently drop off into a slightly drying finish.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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Comes complete with an old granny dress, purse and wig.—
Katey Clifford,
oregonlive,
26 Sep. 2020
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Her win signals a shift in Miami's political landscape and sets the stage for significant policy changes in the years ahead.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
10 Dec. 2025
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As secretary of the university, Robertson said, Martin served as the shepherd of the Board of Governors and became a behind-the-scenes problem solver for presidents navigating political shifts.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Dec. 2025
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Nneka Ogwumike hit a jumper to start OT, Plum followed with two free throws and reserve Cameron Brink added a four-point play as Los Angeles (7-6) scored the first eight points in the extra session en route to its third straight victory.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026
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Clark scored Indiana’s first two field goals of the third quarter, a midrange jumper and another three, but the Sun kept the pressure on.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
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Garrett, a two-time Defensive Player of the Year who turned 30 in December, has raced up the all-time sack list.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Playing mostly inside at nickel cornerback, Parrish may have been one of the team’s biggest playmakers with 76 tackles, two sacks and two interceptions.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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Jules, played by Hunter Schafer, appeared in a sheer, long-sleeve top underneath a silky pink chemise-style dress.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
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Another photo shows her in a white lace chemise over a black bra and leather pants, with a pair of handcuffs dangling from her wrist.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
22 Nov. 2025
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This maxi sundress is a refined (yet really functional) fashion find that would fit into any New England summer soirée.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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If your sundress is on the delicate side, pair it with a bold, wide belt for a harder effect.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
4 June 2026
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“Mother Hubbard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Mother%20Hubbard. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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