impress

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Fun lie: The titular characters in the 1997 comedy movie “Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion” claimed they invented the office staple to impress their former classmates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Nonetheless, bolstered by our energy independence, look for corporate America to impress in the first quarter.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Their friendly against Japan on Tuesday is the final game before Thomas Tuchel names his World Cup squad at the end of May - so chances to impress are almost over.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Lead and supporting actress nominees Jessie Buckley, Kate Hudson, Emma Stone, Elle Fanning, Wunmi Mosaku and Teyana Taylor have already won in the style department and are sure to impress yet again.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Everything was guesswork, which wouldn’t impress anyone when the case went to trial.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield