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Rosenblatt, too, nails the back-and-forth of dialogue but, in his first attempt, can land, for fleeting but unwelcome moments, in a schematic place.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026 -
Akers nails 1970s New York’s glitz and grime as Bernie interviews an assortment of renowned chefs, fellow critics, criminals as well as Tirel’s business associates and son, Henri, who also happens to be an old flame.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
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If Forti posts bail, she will be placed on house arrest, will have to submit to drug testing and won’t be able to contact witnesses.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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On special Fridays, Huseby also posts a puzzle for students to answer.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Tacks (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacks%20%28up%29. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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