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And maybe he almost did plump for free markets at one time.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 15, 2026

White: I would definitely plump for Bryan Washington because I think he’s an extraordinary writer, but Neel, as you say, maybe he’s too new to be “influential” …

From New York Times Jun. 22, 2023

Individual bakery doughnuts are also out, because people working from home are more likely to plump for multipacks instead apparently.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2022

The sea also supplies water for pools where shrimp grow plump for export.

From Scientific American Apr. 5, 2020

“As for me, I plump for the American,” said Dr. Constantine.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie




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