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“Putting a figure on how many warships is needed is not the right way to think about it. It’s about looking at how many layers of protection are needed.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

And this year at Camelback Ranch, the 25-year-old has cut a distinct figure on the mound as he works on his consistency and pitch mix.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Johnny Gaudreau, known to fans as “Johnny Hockey,” had been a standout NHL winger and a beloved figure on the international stage.

From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026

Arteta invariably cuts an agitated figure on the sidelines.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Above the screen hangs a wooden figure on a cross.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins