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come forward



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In another post, he asked witnesses to come forward: “We want to hear from you,” Essayli posted.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

“And when we needed a moment of levity, Glenn was not afraid to come forward and put a smile on people’s face.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

"He remains under investigation and our enquiries continue," a police spokesman said, as he appealed for witnesses to come forward.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

"When you are down and you think nothing is going to go right for me, somebody in this community will come forward."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

He motioned Caroline to step down and come forward, which she did.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson




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