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be on the scene



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Despite fears that U.S. marshals would be on the scene, the engagement was conducted by local police and DMHHS.

From Slate Sep. 1, 2025

Financially, it suits United for Rashford not to be on the scene given his huge salary and a strong desire to drive down the overall wage bill at the loss-making club.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2025

They expected to be on the scene for at least three to four days.

From Seattle Times Jun. 6, 2023

They expect to be on the scene for at least three to four days.

From Washington Times Jun. 5, 2023

“Why doesn’t Ginny stay here, then at least she’ll be on the scene and know what’s going on, but she won’t be in the middle of the fighting?”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling




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