as in to talk (about)
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The investigation suggests corruption extends to the most senior ranks of South Africa’s establishment, but also demonstrates authorities’ willingness to do something about it after years of complacency, one of the journalists who uncovered the graft told the Financial Times.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
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But the document suggests Florida agencies have been assigned more funding than those in any other state through the federal 287(g) program — a controversial initiative that deputizes local officers to carry out limited immigration enforcement duties.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Rodriguez expressed mixed feelings about the district's long-term plan.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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While people sometimes express this view in jest, others believe the fake environment borders on a cultural abomination.—
Adam Kadlac,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2026
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Others leaned into the humor, proposing consequences that matched the creativity.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The committee proposed several paths forward at the current funding level, which prioritized space shuttle and space station programs.—
Emily A. Margolis,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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Wellness screenings offer a non-invasive analysis of each guest’s key biomarkers to understand individual needs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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From Monday to Friday, the reception area will serve as a nutrition center for athletes, offering smoothies, protein shakes, granola and anything else an athlete could need.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Speak (of).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speak%20%28of%29. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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