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Janin had told the BBC he would also consider applying to reopen the inquest into Mia's death if Roome was successful.

From BBC Jul. 16, 2026

“For high-level roles, for roles in C-suites, in executive leadership teams — if you are cold applying, a cover letter is a nice way to introduce yourself,” Fell said.

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

As studios and TV networks have shed jobs over the years, more entertainment workers are applying their expertise at major YouTube creator-led businesses, which have continued to grow their audiences.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

The measurements showed that applying an electric field not only increased the speed of the phonons but also significantly extended how long they survived before scattering.

From Science Daily Jul. 11, 2026

“Because you’re applying to Yale and I’m in summer school.”

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera




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