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It just doesn’t add up to the answer he wanted.
From Salon ● Oct. 27, 2026
In a few days, we’ll have some kind of answer for whether it was effective.
From Slate ● Oct. 27, 2026
As for the text: It depends on the laws in your state, so consult an attorney if you want a definitive answer.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2026
The answer lies in how the American conception of freedom embraces not only the private practice but the public expression of one’s faith.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
The biggest question is the simplest one and the hardest to answer: Was Phineas lucky or unlucky?
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
The research into the side effects of IUDs typically does not leave women with clear answers; they’re often left to troubleshoot for themselves.
From Slate ● Oct. 27, 2026
"We remain committed to holding those responsible accountable and getting answers for every family impacted by this tragedy."
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
Here’s what I’m watching this morning: A week chockablock with market-moving events could finally give investors some answers about where stocks are really headed.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026
Late last week, Bogen sent a letter to CDC Director Erica Schwartz requesting that the state’s deaths be counted and demanding answers on how the agency is tracking measles fatalities.
From Salon ● Oct. 24, 2026
Below the picture were a bunch of questions and answers about skunks.
From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold
When asked by The Times if the phone is being answered by Raman, the AI bot said, “I’m a fictional AI. I’m as imaginary as my campaign promises.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2026
Why has the S5 answered the door wearing this shapeless housecoat?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026
A superb double jab and right hook from Smith in the ninth was answered by an uppercut and hook to the body from Puello, showcasing the quality of both fighters.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
He answered by driving a 2027 Chevy Bolt from Nashville to New Orleans, cutting straight through the Deep South.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
“Well, Bat’s a funny name for a kid,” Laurence answered, setting Jeff into the washbasin before smiling at Bat.
From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold
Around this time, AI tools were still famously bad at answering one math question that wouldn’t appear on any standardized test: How many r’s are in the word strawberry?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026
AI agents are programs that can carry out multi-step tasks on a user’s behalf -- such as searching for products, comparing prices and completing a purchase -- rather than only answering questions as chatbots do.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
Several men, mostly middle-aged or older, hesitated before answering.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
Be wary of calling the number back or answering calls from unknown numbers.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026
Mutti paid them no attention, but just walked on without answering, without even looking back.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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