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You have led this as PM, earning wide respect at home and abroad.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

He will say that’s his job — to sell products, earn a commission or fee and make sure your money is earning money.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

The 19-year-old Mboko was the driving force in the second set, earning admiring fist-bumps from Williams as she unloaded winner after winner.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In the summer of 2023, 46% of teenagers from families earning between $100,000 and $150,000 held a job.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“I’m so sorry to put you to such trouble,” he’d said, earning himself a sharp look.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor