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ruling out



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It is understood he is aware of Palace's interest and following preliminary talks - according to sources - is not ruling out joining the Eagles next season.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Citing an internal memo it had viewed, Bloomberg News reported last month that the airline is ruling out a bankruptcy filing this year.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

My vocal cords were mostly moving as they should be, ruling out vocal cord paralysis or other pathologies.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Economists from ING and Citigroup expect rate hikes in July and October, with ING not ruling out a May hike.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“It looked very much like Mr. Gunthrie’s fountain pen. I’m not ruling out the possibility that you’re an accomplished pickpocket.”

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia




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