briefly

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Briefly, Bailey Zappe, one of his backups, stirred up optimism before fizzling out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Briefly they threatened to take the chance, Stefan Coetzee delivering off the bench with his first touch in the corner as Newcastle made it 21-19.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

Briefly, the Purim holiday tells the story of Haman, advisor to the Persian king, who plots to kill all the Jews in the Empire.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2025

Briefly, he looked like USC’s best hope to save its season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2024

Briefly, she wondered if she ought to reveal the details of her employer’s moonstruck condition to Miss Mortimer, but decided it was more of a medical matter and therefore ought to be kept private.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood