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"She used to get us in trouble with my dad when we were younger," she says.

From BBC Sep. 19, 2026

Another woman posted a photo of her horse and wrote: “My four-legged friend got in trouble and they came to his rescue with an impressive level of ingenuity and strength, and I’m so grateful.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 17, 2026

"It's a double-edged sword, the same rebellious nature that got me in trouble, is the same rebellious nature that helps me get through the shame," Doshi said.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

Seconds later, a friend called his cellphone and asked if he was in trouble.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 6, 2026

It’s my fault she’s in trouble, it’s my fault, mine, mine...

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




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