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Failing to earn the degree bothered her, and King would correct anyone who said she had graduated.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Am I supposed to just take their word for it that that is the correct balance?
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
UMA imposes a financial penalty on those who vote with the minority, a rule it says is aimed at pushing voters toward the correct outcome.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
In other judgements, the panel voted 4-1 that the VAR was correct not to intervene on the potential handball by Benjamin Sesko before the Manchester United striker scored against Liverpool.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Lady Constance gave Penelope a suspicious look but said only, “You are correct, Miss Lumley. Tarte Philippe is exactly what it is called. A lucky guess on your part, I suppose.”
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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