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gentle

[jen-tl] / ˈdʒɛn tl /




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In April, Lane approved the changes to the claim process and, in the same hearing, approved requests from Purdue, with the support of victims’ attorneys, to hire Gentle and jump-start his review of claims.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

Gentle, an Alabama lawyer who specializes in running trusts to compensate victims of disasters and corporate scandals, did not respond to multiple requests for comment.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

Now comes Go Gentle, her first novel in a decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

For another worker, known as Gentle Al, the organisation has provided the first job he's ever had.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Gentle squires kept every golden wine cup brimming full.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer




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