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When Husisian saw pre-court-ruling offers of around 20 cents on the dollar, the lawyer thought the rate was too low.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
The fragments, written in ancient Greek by what was thought to be an Egyptian scribe and his teacher, are the oldest existing version of the poem arranged into a book.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
That was exactly what I, and other young and foolish people, thought in 2000, at the tail end of the technology bubble.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026
"When we bought a home here, we never thought there would be a fire risk."
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
I can’t stand the thought of disappointing him.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
Det Ch Insp John Bonner said the force's thoughts were "firmly with Harry's family and loved ones at what is an extremely difficult and distressing time for them".
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
What were your initial thoughts after Warped Tour’s big comeback in Long Beach last year?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
“Based on public statements that have been made by her family and representatives, our thoughts are with Elaine and her family right now,” Woodside said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
"Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time."
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
I pull myself away from thoughts about my mom.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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