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Immanuel Feyi-Waboso scored a sensational solo try on his return from injury as Exeter Chiefs beat Munster to reach the Challenge Cup quarter-finals.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
On “Anatomical Fable of the Elements,” atop a snaky bassline and a throbbing beat, Ms. Muldrow poses questions: “Is your nose witness to the sweet life?”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Her brother Wilfred is a producer and kickstarted her career when he encouraged her to sing over a beat he created years ago.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
The United States Oil ETF beat oil stock funds by betting on the commodity directly, leaping 82.9% in the quarter.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Richard stared at the camera for a dramatic beat, then gave the crew a nod to shut the equipment down.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.