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“You had it, then you know what the hell it’s about. If you ain’t never had it and people are making jokes about it, I pray you never get it. It’s not fun.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025

“Twenty-five years ago, Jay realized there were increasing concerns on Teton Pass, so he said, what the hell, I’m going to go up there and help,” said Kofinas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took his anger to the Senate floor, demanding "immediate answers" for "what the hell went on."

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2025

There were women who were bucking the system and doing what the hell they wanted to do, like blues women traveling the world.

From New York Times • Nov. 27, 2024

“Although Milez getting all the attention, you oughta be proud. You got skills. I mean, he blowing up, and I don’t know what the hell gon’ happen for you, but yeah, you got skills.”

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas




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