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That Rangers have four draws and a defeat to show for their other Premiership outings this term is what still rankles with the rank and file.

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Good vibes aside, some of Hochman’s decisions have rankled line prosecutors and led to political pitfalls.

The “Big Beautiful Bill” included several provisions that could have rankled Musk, including a phaseout of green energy tax credits passed during the Biden administration that have benefited companies like Tesla.

But Schmidt would know he is highlighting a topic that might rankle with some Lions fans.

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This decision rankled with the former president and his family.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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