at the heart of
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“Residential burglaries strike at the heart of people’s sense of safety, and we are responding with precision, urgency, and coordination,” said McDonnell in a statement Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
"Convergent evidence shows beyond doubt that ecological diversity sits at the heart of our species," said Professor Eleanor Scerri, senior author of the study.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
“Global price-fixing cartels strike at the heart of our economic liberty,” Acting Assistant Attorney General Omeed Assefi said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
"Our joint approach brings together three leading global defence primes at the heart of UK combat air capability, offering the UK a next-generation, cost‑effective, capable and reliable solution," a BAE Systems spokesperson said.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Catelyn sent Hal Mollen to tend to their horses while she accompanied Renly back to the royal pavilion at the heart of the encampment.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
