legend

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Twenty-five cents bought a cup of coffee, a piece of pie and one of the thin, crispy hamburgers that would make Pennington a legend in Northern California.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The sketch show kicked off the show with a take on a viral moment from NBA legend and broadcaster Charles Barkley.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

“It takes strong men,” said Hurley, the son of New Jersey high school coaching legend Bob Hurley, and the brother of Duke icon Bobby.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Football legend Pele once trod its turf, and international sporting competitions have been held there.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Kashdan and Bobby had never met before, but the former was a legend in the chess world.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady