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US President Donald Trump, who has expressed frustration at the slow progress of peace talks, said on Tuesday that negotiators were in the "final throes" of reaching a deal.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

It felt as if Newcastle had rediscovered a semblance of momentum in the final throes of a draining campaign after picking up seven points from a possible nine.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Since then, only one Russian tanker has reached Cuba, which is in the throes of economic stagnation and supply shortages.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

This recounts the tragedy of a young man, Richard “Beebo” Russell, who in the throes of mental illness stole a plane and managed to take off into the Pacific Northwest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“Perhaps he is still in the throes of his moon-induced ‘condition.’

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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