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Whether Brian’s cousin is an attorney, local judge, the mayor of the town or the pope makes little difference here, except for exercising leverage with threats and intimidation.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Most of their anchovies still remain out of stock, except for a few varieties, including shirasu and white anchovies.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

“They are holding back spending except for very special occasions.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

It was the lowest annual total since 2017–18, except for 2020-21, when Covid restrictions were in place.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Pa and Aunt Pretty and even Sal listened in silence, except for an occasional “My word,” or “I never heard that!” from my aunt, who stopped crocheting entirely by the third Wonder.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney