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But he said he had now closed his shop and fled to stay near the Nigeria High Commission in South Africa's capital, Pretoria.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Advanced Micro Devices is closing in on a $1 trillion market value after its stock closed at an all-time high of $580.91 on Tuesday.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Coaches closed off Walker’s open batting stance and had him narrow his feet while standing at the plate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

The backups that closed the group stage at SoFi Stadium for the U.S. with a 3-2 loss to Turkey served to remind everyone how flawed this group can be.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

I fished desperately in my pillowcase, drew out the bottle of vitamins, and closed my fist around them.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom