the desk

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At the desk is a copy of a note of encouragement that former President George W. Bush left inside the desk for Obama for his first day on the job.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Kelly looked a little ill at ease to be out from behind the desk where she records her daily political commentary program, The Megyn Kelly Show.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

One is on its way to the desk of Tennessee’s Republican governor, Bill Lee.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Troubles are already piling up around De Zerbi's feet like rubble and he has barely got his feet under the desk.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

I don’t have much time, so I go straight around the back of the desk.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy