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Software stocks and loans have started to find their footing in July, suggesting it may be time for investors to forgive and forget.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

Even if another ex-guerrilla, Gustavo Petro, won the presidency in 2022 by leading a broad left-wing coalition, after decades of bloody armed conflict, many Colombians are not ready to forgive and forget.

From Barron's Mar. 5, 2026

Instead, he dug in his heels, hoping voters would forgive and forget.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 11, 2024

Will fans forgive and forget Henderson's Saudi move?

From BBC Feb. 23, 2024

“I’ve never felt so bad in my life, and I know that still isn’t enough. I know I can’t ask you to just forgive and forget what I did.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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