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Aidar had called the capybara “princess” in a way that sounded like a term of endearment for all female capybaras, so I asked for the capybara’s formal name.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

“She walked into such a hostile environment,” said a former staffer for Raman, who asked for confidentiality to discuss dynamics on the council.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Shinsegae chairman Chung Yong-jin bowed in apology over the incident during the Tuesday news briefing and asked for forgiveness from bereaved families of the victims of the May 18 Democratic Uprising.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

People were also asked for opinions on children's access to AI chatbots, and if enforcement of age checks should be strengthened.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

She hugged me and cried and asked for my forgiveness.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day