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By the end of her life, Morrison had been set apart as an icon and trailblazer.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 10, 2026

Women like Lucretia set apart “Spartacus” in all versions from other modern fantasies of antiquity, including Scott’s moribund 2024 sequel “Gladiator II.”

From Salon Dec. 20, 2025

She asked Justice Department lawyers what set apart the most recent cuts from previous ones she enjoined.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2025

As an actress, she says "you have to set apart the person that you are and the characters you play on screen".

From BBC Sep. 16, 2024

The being that had blown that, had sat waiting for them on the platform with the delicate thing balanced on his knees, was set apart.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding




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