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Looking to the future, David Llewellyn said he hopes the industry continues to grow in a sensible way, rather than people producing "a whole load of substandard wines".
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Concerns have been compounded by the decision to manufacture the upcoming SUV -- developed in partnership with Leapmotor -- in Zaragoza, Spain, rather than in Ruesselsheim.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
While the recent federal actions offered a lifeline for Powell, they shifted water around rather than addressing systemwide deficits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
After commanding the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, Washington voluntarily surrendered his military commission to Congress rather than retaining control of the army.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
Really looked, deep into my eyes, as if I was becoming a person before him rather than just a duty.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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