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The Swiss 22-year-old got back to her feet a moment later and finished the race in last place, grimacing and clutching her chest.

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

A couple of weeks ago, though, Rodriguez dropped out due to campaign finance reporting issues—and one of those former opponents got back in.

From Slate Aug. 1, 2026

He just laughed, got back up and got in position for the next rep.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2026

What the Celtics got back was the oft-injured 36-year-old Paul George and a pair of first-round picks: a trade widely panned as one of the most disastrous in recent NBA memory.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

But finally—finally—full of toast and eggs, they got back on Spirit Lake Highway once more, headed toward Jim and Spud Mountain.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone



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