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getting even





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“The work is not finished, but the direction is clear, our teams are moving with focus and urgency, and our foundation is getting even stronger to build the future of Nike,” Hill said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

They thought he was still hung up on getting even with the government.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

“What often bothers very wealthy CEOs — they are human, after all — is that other CEOs are getting even richer,” Buffett noted.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 2, 2025

“I can argue I’m getting even hungrier,” said the 6-foot-5, 210-pounder.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2025

The sole exception turned out to be Amy, who is capable of getting even without first getting mad.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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