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That term definitely scared off some other teams.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026 -
Among them is an allegation that Live Nation threatens to retaliate against venues that work with rivals, allegedly scaring those venues into complying.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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His dribbling, direct running style and finishing frighten defenders and light up the biggest stages.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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The piercing sunlight frightens her.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
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The recent dispatch of thousands of immigration agents to Minneapolis has exacerbated Democratic concerns Trump might use them or even federal troops to intimidate voters in the name of law and order in Democratic-leaning cities.—
Carl P. Leubsdorf,
Twin Cities,
1 Mar. 2026
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The Lord of the Rings Sauron’s Helmet Build an impressive replica of Sauron’s intimidating helmet, complete with a display stand, name plaque, and a minifigure clutching the One Ring.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Feb. 2026
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In it, the 62-year-old reveals how her mother came face-to-face with a serial predator who terrorized California and lived to tell the tale.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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Also his signature immigration policy, these mass deportations, has become broadly unpopular, especially after the two killings in Minneapolis and these scenes of federal agents seemingly terrorizing people.—
Will Gottsegen,
The Atlantic,
24 Feb. 2026
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But across the political divide, the bombings are terrifying for many Iranians, with civilian casualities on the rise.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Public testimony stretched for hours, where speakers shared concerns that the legislation could have legal repercussions, disrupt community relationships with local law enforcement and make immigrants terrified to interact with police, school or hospital staff.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
5 Mar. 2026
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But a quagmire or high casualties would sap his political strength, particularly with the midterms around the corner.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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The Aggies like to play a small lineup since some early-season injuries sapped the team of some frontcourt depth.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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Impersonal Surroundings Hard floors, bare walls, and furnishings that do nothing to soften the space can create a home office that feels anything but welcoming.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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What could have been a biting portrait of the glorification of female beauty is softened by a simple happy ending—in a world where no ending can possibly be simple, whether happy or not.—
Sarah Chihaya,
New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2026
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John Cornyn wasted $70M spreading lies about me and still trails in all the polls.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Feb. 2026
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Cast-iron pipes rot away after decades of exposure to waste and grease, and clay tiles become brittle and break over time.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Psych (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psych%20%28out%29. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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