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If we only define people with dementia based on their deficits, we become demoralized and give in to pessimistic attitudes that inevitably deprive them of dignity and hope.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 20, 2026

He has mentioned several times that he wants to be able to give the speech he had originally meant to give, in which he had hinted at lashing out at the media.

From Barron's Jun. 2, 2026

"Whoever is wrong will give in. If we have to give in, we will. If you have to give in, then you will have to give in," he said.

From BBC May 7, 2026

Still, another hiatus from the sport leaves questions about what the Gypsy King has left to give in boxing.

From BBC Apr. 10, 2026

In the end, it had been Ekon who’d told her she didn’t have to give in to that pull.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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