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The EU foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, said it was "high time we move from deadlock to delivery... extremisms and violence carry consequences."

From BBC • May 11, 2026

So it’s high time for another round of hotel hot takes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"It is high time for Europe to step up its game. To redouble its efforts to reduce our dependencies on China," Sejourne told EU lawmakers.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

“It is high time that this administration stops spreading misinformation about autism, and starts enacting policies that would actually benefit our community.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 24, 2025

He blustered and complained at first, but decided it was high time he cleaned and oiled his old rifle.

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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