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In a Wall Street Journal interview that November, founder Ren Zhengfei invited President Trump to come visit and brushed off U.S. sanctions with characteristic bravado.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

“Worcestershire sauce brushed lightly on the crust before baking adds a savory depth to frozen pizzas,” says another.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Nvidia brushed aside concerns about the vulnerability of Taiwan in the chip supply chain as it unveiled plans to spend $150 billion annually with Taiwanese suppliers.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Harry Byrne walloped the restart after Lucu's try dead, and while Bielle-Biarrey also kicked one long, the ball brushed Keenan's hand on its way through.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

She undid her hair, brushed it out, and rewound it into a neat, freshly pinned bun.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood