be given
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She said the jury would only be given a selection of the files involved, but the police had viewed every single one "line-by-line".
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Queen Camilla was swiftly given an umbrella when the rain started, while the King was seen gesturing to be given one of his own.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Cuban instead would have employees be given stock at the same pro rata share that a company’s CEO gets his compensation in, saying stock-market participation is a sure way to increase wealth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
The one-off payment will be given to people living in council tax bands A to D in England, with Wales saying it will match the payment and the Scottish government planning to "replicate" it.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
“I do. So tell me your words or I shall be given reason not to.”
From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman
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