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Buffett said Berkshire gets by with just one trader, adding that investment firms don’t need a lot of people to handle their trades.

From Barron's ● Mar. 31, 2026

Garcia gets by, but only because she keeps working.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2024

He gets by on less than $1,000 a month from Social Security, and the heating aid saves him the equivalent of three monthly payments.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 24, 2023

The Chicago Cubs ace likes to think he gets by on confidence and elite stuff.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 21, 2023

“Nothing gets by you three, does it?” he replied, laughing.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood


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