counting
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“The Sheep Detectives” introduces this talent lightheartedly, with Lily suggesting they forget some minor unpleasantness, counting to three, and pausing as a high-pitched whine slices the air.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
The rest of the world also has a viewer online vote, counting as an additional voting country.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
The film’s sheep are complete innocents, who can make themselves forget sad events by closing their eyes and counting to three.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Today, seven million pairs and counting have been sold, according to the company.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Boomer Malone began counting walnuts: “...twenty-two, twenty-three, twenty-four...”
From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson
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