crack
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Peru's right-wing presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori promised on Sunday to crack down on crime, while leftist Roberto Sanchez vowed to tackle the "political mafia," in the final debate before the country's June 7 runoff election.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Peacock is aiming to crack the limited series categories with hit mystery “All Her Fault” starring Sarah Snook, and is also hoping ongoing series including “Ted,” “Ponies” and “The Paper” will break through.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
“I’m riding the coattail of the Yellowstone effect and the cowboy being cool again,” said Brown, who expects his digital revenue to crack $100,000 this year.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
In the same carriage, Rebecca Kendall has also been able to crack on with work on her two-hour commute - but she tells me this isn't always the case.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
I asked, trying to get him to crack.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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