checkered
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But regardless of what he calls himself, Lamb’s behavior aligns with a movement with a deeply checkered history.
From Slate ● Jul. 23, 2026
The Cadiz project was the brainchild of British-born Keith Brackpool, who had a checkered record as an investment promoter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
They have a checkered performance history and can be difficult to sell.
From Barron's ● Jun. 16, 2026
Britain’s George Russell led a 1-2 finish at the opener in Australia, before his 19-year-old teammate from Italy, Kimi Antonelli, took the checkered flag in China and Japan.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
As he kicked his checkered soccer ball along the streets, he could feel it lurking in shadowy doorways, behind shaded windows.
From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli
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