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He covered the walls of the practice facility in motivational slogans and gave elaborate team talks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The nine-foot papier-mâché sculpture is covered with butterflies bearing the names of unhoused people who have died, and was created by members of the organization’s Studio 526 Creative Space on Skid Row.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Eel is eaten worldwide but is particularly popular in Japan, where it is called "unagi" and traditionally served grilled and covered in a sticky-sweet sauce.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The SRC's Ewan MacDonald-Russell told the programme the policy risked forcing small shops - which are not covered by the proposed legislation - to be uncompetitive.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

I always feel confident when I put it on—when it isn’t covered in cold green liquid, anyway.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison