anchor
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Gomez said the administration’s attacks on the network began in earnest with a defamation lawsuit against the network and “Good Morning America” anchor George Stephanopoulos that ABC settled for $16 million, including legal fees.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
Canary Islands regional authorities have consistently resisted taking in the ship, which was only authorised to anchor offshore instead of docking in the port.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
Both took place at the Skirball Cultural Center and were moderated by NBC4 News anchor Colleen Williams, chief political reporter Conan Nolan and Telemundo 52 News anchor Enrique Chiabra.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Profit growth has been the anchor for this bull market, Kabra said.
From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026
“When an old fellow like me swallows the anchor, he’s got to have something to do with his time!”
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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