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It was doubly bold, because Seaver was a clean-cut former Marine not given to agitation, and the World Series hadn’t even started.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

As a cultural Christian — I’m the grandson of a minister and was raised Presbyterian, and was active while our daughters were young — I’m not given to quoting scripture.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

This award is not given to any of the filmmakers, though the director accepts it onstage.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2025

It said Ms Hemme’s lawyers had clear proof of her innocence, including evidence that was not given to her defence team at the time.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2024

Efrafan Owslafa were not given to running away.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams




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