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The fights were still good, even if White’s matchups started prioritizing personality conflicts over actual talent, and the theatrics had a trashy sort of appeal I could get behind.

From Slate Jun. 14, 2026

She added: "I hope the publicity surrounding the case highlights the dangers of driving at speed, and acts as a reminder that we all have a responsibility when we get behind a wheel."

From BBC Jun. 11, 2026

Asterisk Talley and Aphrodite Deng — both barely old enough to get behind the wheel — turned in remarkable performances in the third round of the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 6, 2026

Brown’s lawyers, in their bail request, said he has health issues—including a heart aneurysm, as well as poor eyesight and hearing—that meant “he cannot get behind the steering wheel of a plane ever again.”

From The Wall Street Journal May 24, 2026

“I can get behind those burials, I think,” I say.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green




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