lapsed

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The piece argues that Pratt showed sufficient composure and charm while displaying deference to moderators and occasionally yielding speaking time to Bass, though the article notes he occasionally lapsed into mockery and made unsubstantiated characterizations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

I relent that I’m both a lapsed fashion student and someone who spent their adolescence and early teens marveling at Jacobs’ designs and Coppola’s films.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

Treaties meant to limit nuclear arsenals—including, as of last month, the only remaining one between the U.S. and Russia—have lapsed.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed Saturday at 12:01 a.m.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Bobby’s own play was not at its sharpest, but he exploited the weak moves of his opponent and pressed home the advantage until Tal lapsed into a hopeless endgame and resigned.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady