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In addition, all screen time is banned except for academic instruction in computer science and for state assessments.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
In short, while retirees have a variety of health-insurance arrangements, out-of-pocket health spending took a substantial chunk out of Social Security benefits and total income — except for low-income people who are covered by Medicaid.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
What’s Next: Starting May 19, Delta will stop serving beverages and snacks on flights shorter than 350 miles, except for passengers in first class.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
He said the leaders of all other Holyrood parties would be invited individually to talks from next week - except for Reform.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
No one dared speak, except for one person.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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