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It was Pacheco’s relationship with Southern Pacific, the massive railroad with a stranglehold on California’s economy and politics, that banged up his shield.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

Even before Jackson banged his thumb, his presence felt iffy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026

Rams are banged up yet still have weapons.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026

Outfielder Jonny DeLuca banged a grounder up the middle to even the score.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

She banged on a row of books as if she were knocking on a door.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein


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