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tried

[trahyd] / traɪd /


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That’s what multiple business outlets reported in 2016, when the elder Pulte, grandson tagging along, tried to push out the company’s president.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Haney also says that Rinderknecht is being tried to paper over the failure of firefighters to extinguish the initial blaze, saying they bear significant responsibility for the ensuing tragedy.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

He said he offered whatever pastoral care he could to help the woman concerned – as well as assisting Rev McCartney as he tried to support her.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The company tried to set itself apart from its competitors by emphasizing its focus on privacy and child safety.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The more he tried to explain, the more questions he had to field.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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