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That does not, however, mean that the plumber caused the problem.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Citizenship does mean something, it means you are a fully participating member of society,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The new investment would mean the craft would be preserved, they added.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“Increased home sales mean more economic activity—lawn care, furniture purchases, moving services, mortgage originations and other related business activities all get a boost,” National Association of Realtors chief economist Lawrence Yun said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“You don’t mean to tell me you come from Terre Haute in that thing today.”

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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