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A spokesman for Sullivan & Cromwell said that the firm “did not work with or retain Mr. Epshteyn in connection with the firm’s representation of Mr. Adani.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

While the MenB vaccine is good at protecting infants, it does not work as well in young people.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Focus on the fact that the cistern still does not work properly rather than accusing them of causing the second problem.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Political strategist Michael Trujillo, who did not work for any of the mayoral hopefuls, voiced strong doubts on Sunday that Pratt can claw his way back into second place.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

He did not work in the yard, help in the house, wash cars, shine shoes, or anything.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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