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An estimated 40,000 residents have been asked to evacuate, affecting portions of the cities of Garden Grove, Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress, Stanton and Westminster.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

When asked how Ulster can close the gap to the top sides in Europe, and compete across a season, Murphy said it would be a process.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

I won’t reveal the final result, but McGraw’s comment, when asked where he would position his outfielders when the Babe came to the plate, was prophetic.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

When asked later whether he still had confidence in Gabbard, Trump’s response was lukewarm.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

“You walked all the way from Dresden?” the soldier asked, still incredulous.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo