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School had been in session at Lead Elementary in San Mateo for less than an hour, but already Quinn had to pause instruction nearly 20 times.

From Los Angeles Times

On 4 February, Stuart Ringer gave evidence about his friend Gosia Nowak, who died in 2019 less than 24 hours after an NHS appointment, claiming she was treated like a "box-ticking" exercise by mental health services.

From BBC

And after a slow start for Arbeloa and a less than positive reception from supporters, they quickly started planning for potential replacements - including former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca - in case another change was needed.

From BBC

The operation to install the nail was performed on Alfie in March 2025 and he spent less than a week in hospital.

From BBC

Avenging the Ancestors Coalition, the main advocacy organization leading the fight to protect the President’s House, was a little less than an hour into its Presidents’ Day event at the site when leaders got wind of their victory.

From Los Angeles Times