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"Yes. I think that's probably where Ed will get to. When he makes a decision, I'd be surprised if that wasn't the case".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

“At this rate, we would not be surprised to end the year at 4% inflation,” she writes.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

“We might be surprised by what we learn.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Said Barry Broome, president of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council: “If it’s a $4-billion fee, I’ll be surprised if there are too many people that would pay that.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

“Ha! I will be surprised to squeeze any words in,” I say back.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads




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