in progress
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In Germany, a country once known for precision, punctuality and trains that run on time, that is a work in progress.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
I’d appreciate guidance on balancing emotional maturity, timing and confidence — especially in your early 20s when your finances and identity still feel like works in progress.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026
The result of an extensive investigation by “Frontline” and the Associated Press, “Scammed” is a multi-pronged exposé—a horror story in progress, a cautionary tale, and the kind of news you can use.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
But the hyper-talented and charismatic Yamal, 19, is still a work in progress who needs more time to develop.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
Piper had been watching with horrified fascination, the way she might watch a car wreck in progress.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
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