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He’s owned Honda Accords for my entire life, drives them until they stop running and then buys another.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

A 74-year-old grandfather who is set to run three marathons in 14 days in memory of his daughter has said he will only stop running when they find a cure for bowel cancer.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

More than anything, they want to stop running and start a new chapter, especially for their daughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 18, 2025

She came because she couldn’t sleep, couldn’t turn off her brain, couldn’t stop running through her to-do list long enough to feel like a person instead of a machine.

From Slate • May 25, 2025

I finally stop running, double over and pant pant.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads




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