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The biggest story in Washington for the past six years has been whether or not one president or another is about to keel over.

From Slate Jun. 23, 2026

It’s the humidity, which has spiked to over 80%, that has them feeling ready to keel over between sets.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 10, 2025

“I feel fine; I’ll probably keel over after I hang up the phone,” he joked.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2025

“I thought maybe I would keel over on the bench because I love it, I love it, I love it.”

From Seattle Times Apr. 10, 2024

Jason fought the urge to gag, but he didn’t keel over or explode.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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