past
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And while the women of Chinatown’s faraway past may have daydreamed and even plotted their escapes, See keeps going back.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Over the past year and a half, Trump Jr. has amassed a fortune from stakes in companies ranging from crypto startups to a drone business to a firearms retailer.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
Over the past several years, the Village People’s hit 1978 song “Y.M.C.A.” has soundtracked many a Trump rally and public event.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
"Over the past decade Patrick has become one of the most iconic, beloved sports figures of all-time," said Chiefs chief executive Clark Hunt.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Then they were all running along past her, the truck was bouncing, being bumped by this huge herd, this family of bison, this clan.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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Conventions, Writing to Sources, and Speaking & Listening, Unit 1
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Conventions, Writing to Sources, and Speaking & Listening (Unit 1)
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