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The Huskies, still looking for that killer instinct, the trait that made their 2023 and ’24 championship teams special, missed six of their last eight free throw attempts on Saturday and let Georgetown get to within three in the final minute, but the game never felt lost.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2026 -
Savinho, who Guardiola said on Wednesday could miss up to two months with injury, and Oscar Bobb do not quite have the killer instinct in the final third yet, either.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Despite its name, the bar operates as a globally minded cocktail destination with equal attention paid to other spirits, along with small bites and an impressive cigar selection.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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What’s unique about Tasovská’s approach is that the entire film is composed of Jarcovjáková’s photographs, infusing her artistic spirit into every frame.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2026
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Short-Grain White Rice Short-grain white rice, like sushi rice, releases more starch than long-grain varieties, creating plump, sticky grains that cling together.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
27 Jan. 2026
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The enzymes help break down proteins and starches in set-in stains.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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The grit is hidden behind the gowns.—
Alice Newbold,
Vogue,
12 Jan. 2026
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Postseason football is defined by grit and narrow margins.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Overambitiousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overambitiousness. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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