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Belgium dominated the opening half, outshooting the Americans 11-3 and putting five of those tries on goal, an edge U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino tried to address by subbing Dest off at halftime for Gio Reyna.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
The buzz: Switzerland dominated its first game, outshooting Qatar 26-6 and putting seven tries on target.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
A dark brown jacket she tries on is “absolutely perfect” at $7.
From Slate ● Jan. 26, 2026
Saracens scored tries on each of their first two visits to Bath's 22, with Max Malins and Juan Martin Gonzalez finishing fine attacks.
From Barron's ● Nov. 30, 2025
In our own house, Lucinda tries on every one of her dressy dresses, Mami watching and commenting.
From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez
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