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Exemptions have been rare, made mostly during prolonged military conflicts, including World War II and the Korean War, or briefly following natural disasters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

She panics briefly, then gathers herself and finds her confidence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

Fery briefly represented France when he was about 10 before starting to play for Britain shortly after.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

This week, veteran National Public Radio reporter Nina Totenberg briefly published a story stating that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring.

From Slate • Jul. 2, 2026

Every now and then, the clouds would recede, and a giant robot briefly came into view.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown