shall

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“Where we don’t have research, clinical trials, what we’ve got a ton of, is, shall we say, testimonials, patient affidavits, attesting to the wonders of the drug,” said Scott Brunner, the alliance’s chief executive officer.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

“The following shall be nationals and citizens of the United States at birth: a person born in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof,” the law said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Markets, he said, may be skeptical of any assurance that this, too, shall pass.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

When one three-year-old told Gabbo: "I'm sad," it replied: "Don't worry! I'm a happy little bot. Let's keep the fun going. What shall we talk about next?"

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

“I shall use this place—wherever they’re taking us,” he said.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom