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At this point, the architects of Bass’ campaign need to burn sage to drive out bad spirits or just bow out altogether.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026

Cracker Barrel directors decided they needed to identify candidates if Masino decided to bow out, or was pressured into an exit, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026

But Miller’s refusal to bow out wasn’t a foregone conclusion, either.

From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026

While Powell is set to bow out in charge of the Fed, he has said he would stay on as a governor.

From Barron's ● May 4, 2026

He is not thrown out, not outgamed, not outgunned; he simply chooses to bow out.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas




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