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They owe their movie-theater aroma to their urine, which gets on their padded paws and tail, according to zoo officials.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2026

“Some people have a hard time adapting. Once he gets on a team I’ll be texting him: ‘How’s the comfort level?

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 12, 2026

"I know Nygren gives up certain parts of the game, but what he does do is he gets into the box and gets on the end of things," Allan said.

From BBC Mar. 4, 2026

When an irritant gets on your skin, a biochemical process activates sensory neurons that make you itchy.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 21, 2026

As much as he gets on my nerves, it was sweet when he gave me a handmade card that said “Sorry.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas



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