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An unenviable assignment, even for a team that seems to have it all.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

The committee’s drift away from rate cuts has made delivering on the president’s expectations a thornier assignment for Warsh, who served as a Fed governor from 2006 to 2011.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Facing a formidable French side who know a bonus-point win will guarantee a record eighth title is a nightmare assignment for any visiting team aiming to end a dispiriting losing run.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

It can’t stand in a classroom and check that everyone understands the assignment.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

Apparently, he thinks it’s important to teach students “dedication to long-term projects,” and this assignment is his grand solution.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller