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“The sources for the training of gladiators,” he writes, “could hardly be more oblique.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

In one of the others, at Aston Villa, he had to go off at half-time, which was a shock in itself because Fernandes hardly ever misses a game.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Rubino is hardly alone in rethinking her Easter spending.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

And 20% support — which is roughly what the top candidate receives in surveys — is hardly a number to strike fear in the heart of rivals.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“You’re here, but not here. Nate and I hardly see you anymore. And you’ve missed a lot of swim.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam