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It accelerated the opening of the wider exhibition in order to bring it to Angelenos at a time when, the museum felt, people especially needed it.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
In contrast, Pope Leo XIV has denounced war, especially unprovoked wars.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
You are correct to act sooner rather than later, especially if your mom is declining.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
That’s especially useful during a global event like the World Cup—when even the most devoted soccer fan is hard-pressed to keep track of every group-stage result, knockout permutation, and concurring match windows.
From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026
I’d felt like a complete jerk, especially since I knew what it was to walk in those particularly painful shoes.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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