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be in awe of





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Captain Helen Brackenbury said Muldowney served all those under his command authentically, adding "everyday he displayed a level of spirit I continue to be in awe of".

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

As crowds fill Galen Center and the Trojans march into the national spotlight again, the Seattle Storm head coach can’t help but be in awe of a mission accomplished.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2024

Such dangerous leaders and other pathocrats want us to surrender to learned helplessness and be in awe of their power.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2024

“He would meticulously study and perfect his many crafts and I would always be in awe of how one man could possibly learn and successfully apply such a wide breadth of knowledge.”

From Seattle Times • Nov. 11, 2023

At the party, Joey pretends to be in awe of everything she sees.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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