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The 23-year-old Shou, a lifelong Fremont resident, won out over hundreds of others eager to play 17-year-old Joe, a troubled San Gabriel Valley area high school student with schizophrenia whose distraught mom Irene (Liu, in a transformative performance) is dying of cancer.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026 -
Hosted by Variety’s Angelique Jackson and Marc Malkin, the pre-show will deliver exclusive access, must-see interviews and real-time coverage from the first spot on the carpet, serving as the ultimate destination for fans eager to experience the night unfold.—
William Earl,
Variety,
7 Jan. 2026
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The more apt and recent model for an in-season tournament is surely the NBA Cup, which was introduced in 2023 and starts with essentially a regular-season round-robin from which eight teams advance to a week-long, single-elimination tournament.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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Though the Giants ended with a disappointing 4 wins during the 2025 season, the newbie made a name for himself on the field — proving himself as an apt runner and completing several impressive passes, even with an injury-riddled team.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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An elastic waistband stays comfortable for hours, making this a smart pick for long flights or full travel days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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There are smart-looking couples in the mix, too, snagging a romantic getaway in the heart of Austin—near live music, bars, and restaurants and just 10 miles from the airport.—
Kathryn Streeter,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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Each clever accessory is under $15 — that’s less than the cost of a sandwich special at my favorite deli.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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With two bedrooms and two baths, the home is surprisingly expansive, boasting just under 2,400 square feet across its clever layout.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Season One concludes with the Texas Tech geology graduate abandoning a well crew after tragedy strikes, only to achieve rapid success in his personal and work endeavors.—
Michael M. Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Charlie is just as stylish, quick-witted, and annoying as the real gays filling out Akbar.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
11 Dec. 2025
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The congresswoman has had many viral moments on social media for her quick-witted comments.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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In the film, Tyler, the Creator — credited under his full name, Tyler Okonma — plays Wally, a sharp-witted taxi driver who, like Chalamet’s Marty Mauser, is a ping-pong obsessive.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
29 Dec. 2025
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And Sister Bernadette, 88, regularly shares sharp-witted observations about matters both sacred and secular over a ritual cup of coffee.—
Esme Nicholson,
NPR,
1 Dec. 2025
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According to keen observers, the Supreme Court is likely to uphold states’ rights to ban transgender athletes from participating in female sports.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
15 Jan. 2026
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According to Prime Video, Weaver, 76, will play Evelyn Wallis, a mysterious, high-flying woman who is keen to exploit Lara's talents.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Ready-witted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ready-witted. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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