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Chigos owns commercial properties in downtown that would be harmed during another huge flood.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026 -
Belichick owns the second-most wins by a head coach in NFL history, going 333-178, including the playoffs.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Still, Zingler acknowledges that in today's ever-changing environment, stars come and go often.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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Each entrant hereby acknowledges that such entrant does not reserve any rights in or to the Entry.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Patrick Bateman famously confesses near the end of the novel, only to realize that confession itself changes nothing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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When Hiro confesses his love to Mu-hee, Ho-jin must interpret.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
16 Jan. 2026
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Tony Clark, executive director of the players union, concedes that the system might need tinkering but is adamantly opposed to a salary cap.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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Still, Weindling concedes that most HR departments do not always act in employees' best interests.—
Kim Elsesser,
Forbes.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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Government admits failures of Army pilots A few legal revelations have been unveiled in the weeks leading up to the board meeting, which could create longer term impact on the Army and other agencies involved.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Mindy admits the hardest part has been navigating the logistics, including the financial and ownership decisions, and making sure everyone feels comfortable.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
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Looking back at this turbulent year, rife with the usual industry concerns over the viability of the theatrical experience, young people’s slipping attention spans, and Hollywood’s overreliance on franchises, unearths a diverse crop of gems.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
9 Dec. 2025
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Ryan’s violent reaction to the scare sets off a chain of events that unearths past secrets and a journey of self-discovery and forgiveness.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 Dec. 2025
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True to its name, the hyaluronic acid in the formula imparts much of its skin-quenching power.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
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Unlike chubby tamales wrapped in corn husks, the Oaxacan version is flatter, with a more balanced mix of masa and filling, and steamed in a banana leaf that imparts a grassy aroma.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
20 Dec. 2025
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But the story Sorkin relates is really all about the insiders, their privileged lives, their thoughts and actions.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
11 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the omniscient, just-the-facts-ma’am narration relates the days and times and events with an efficiency that speaks to us of the unstoppable nature of fate.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
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