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reason

[ree-zuhn] / ˈri zən /








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“It was a waste of space. Our kids were getting older and didn’t play on the lawn. There was just no reason to keep a big green lawn.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

This at least is a possible reason for Epstein wanting to know someone like Gates - who, while not a politician, is a global figure with significant networks and influence.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

For that reason, ask the plumbing company to return and reassess the repair without charging a second fee.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Regulatory risks are another reason for the decline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

There was no reason we could see why this particular place at this particular time had been chosen.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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