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Nathaphat, the drummer, had only come on board a month ago, while Pruttipong, the keyboardist, was about to leave the band.

From BBC Jul. 16, 2026

“You walk a fine line not pushing the next generation to come on board, while trying to develop a passion for the family business,” Lisa says.

From The Wall Street Journal May 10, 2026

After insisting that Nicks come on board as lead singer, they began opening shows for the likes of Janis Joplin and Jefferson Airplane.

From Salon Sep. 19, 2025

It is not clear what would happen in Wales if the Senedd did not come on board.

From BBC Jun. 20, 2025

She could figure out the words “stink” and “slave” and “cargo” and that the man who had come on board was some sort of official from the land they were heading toward.

From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper




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