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get in the way









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I want everyone to go out there and express themselves, have a wicked time... but ultimately I don't want anyone to get in the way of England!

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“I don’t want to do anything that will get in the way of that lead.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

"And those messages can get in the way of people doing what's actually best for them."

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

Economics, politics and regional diplomatic rivalries are likely to get in the way, however , experts told AFP.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

I should pick up the phone and call her, but my angry bubbles get in the way.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan




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