rod

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“The ROD also established numerous required operating procedures and lease stipulations to mitigate impacts to important resources, including extensive protections for wildlife such as caribou and polar bears,” said the release.

From Washington Times • Dec. 3, 2020

ROD BLAGOJEVICH|Illinois Was impeached in 2009 and later convicted on federal charges for a web of corruption, including efforts to make money off the Senate seat vacated by President-elect Barack Obama.

From New York Times • Apr. 12, 2017

ROD BRIND’AMOUR: Was captain of the 2006 Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, had 1,184 points and won the Selke Trophy as the top defensive forward.

From Washington Times • Jun. 26, 2016

"LIGHTNING ROD" In his teens, he gained a reputation as a sophisticated computer programer before being arrested in 1995 and pleading guilty to hacking.

From Reuters • Dec. 7, 2010

No, Don Roderigo: swear thou, in the fight That thou wilt meet me, hand to hand, alone, That, if I ever save thee from a foe - ROD.

From Count Julian by Landor, Walter Savage