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A string of perceived snubs, missed connections and canceled meetings have rocked the relationship between Beretta and Sturm Ruger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Plenty of other critical darlings from last year without the same cultural longevity received complete snubs.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

Until then, his name will remain among the most notable snubs from Hall of Fame induction.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2025

Read on to check out the biggest surprises and the most jaw-dropping snubs of the 2025 Oscar nominations.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2025

He thinks of little cruelties, small slights, minor snubs.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black