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Kimberly agreed, but said while Holland does a "fantastic job" she still has a soft spot for "the OG" Tobey Maguire.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

I’ll admit: I have a soft spot for the whole enterprise.

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

Trump has a well-known soft spot for the British monarchy, which his mother greatly respected, and is the only U.S. president to have been invited on two royal state visits to the U.K.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 27, 2026

Berkshire’s purchase of New York Times marks a trip down memory lane for the company since Berkshire has long had a soft spot for the newspaper business.

From Barron's Feb. 17, 2026

Instead, I found myself hobbled by a soft spot that buried my right foot.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk




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