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[bad-lee] / ˈbæd li /




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It also explains why traditional approaches to misinformation have failed so badly.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

AST shares were north of $133 before a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on the pad, badly damaging launch infrastructure.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“When things go well, they go really well, but when things go badly, they can go really badly,” said Tom Hancock, a portfolio manager at Boston-based GMO.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Then, in the second quarter, Spurs center Luke Kornet crashed into him shortly after his return, leaving Brunson limping badly on a twisted ankle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Molly wanted it to be her; she wanted it badly enough that she let herself believe.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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