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But for De Beers, perhaps its most important function is reputational, allowing retailers to tell the origin story of every diamond they sell.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

“I’m just not sure that policy is very restrictive. It’s to me, it looks neutral, or perhaps even a bit loose,” Logan said.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

With so many key races expected to be tight, officials are warning it could takes days — perhaps even more than a week — to know the outcome of Tuesday’s primary election.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The International Rescue Committee, a New York-based charity that supports displaced people, says that is likely an underestimate, with the number of people exposed perhaps five times that number.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

"Well then, perhaps this meeting should be ended."

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda