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As its small cast obsesses over a fabled alien encounter and seems willing to stop at nothing to find release in a divine being, be careful, “The Pineapple” argues, of the personal Eden you seek.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 18, 2026

Retirees had better be careful what they wish for.

From MarketWatch Sep. 14, 2026

I want to be careful here, because I can hear the question underneath all of this.

From Salon Sep. 9, 2026

"You've got to be careful trying to prove every doubter wrong, because it's not possible."

From BBC Aug. 29, 2026

Of course, I will be all right, he told himself, pretending to be brave, but I will be careful to stay away from Miss K’s toothpaste.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary




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