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[sohl-lee] / ˈsoʊl li /


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You’re watching something that can’t be achieved solely by realism.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

The credit doesn’t fall solely on Greenspan, of course.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Even “Toy Story 4” — the first sequel of the official smartphone era, released in 2019 — didn’t have a handheld device in sight, focusing solely on the toys.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

She played a full summer for Hampshire, solely contributing with willow in hand.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

High school seniors now solely referred to me as "Little Sami," and I wore the nickname like a badge of honor.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi




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