quotes
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Mr. Romm complicates matters further by adding quotes from other sources to Stobaeus’ selections, diluting the book’s ability to show us the anthologist’s true intent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
We started with a lot of what I just mentioned, the quotes that people said of how she moved.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
“There was this fear of making a mistake — air quotes — that would lead to two Republicans in the runoff.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
The investigation is looking into whether Carroll committed perjury in connection with civil cases she brought against Trump, the news outlet quotes sources as saying.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
“Cool, huh? Almost time for ‘library voices,’” Russ says, making air quotes.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
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