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Whether Brian’s cousin is an attorney, local judge, the mayor of the town or the pope makes little difference here, except for exercising leverage with threats and intimidation.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Most of their anchovies still remain out of stock, except for a few varieties, including shirasu and white anchovies.
From Salon • May 28, 2026
It was the lowest annual total since 2017–18, except for 2020-21, when Covid restrictions were in place.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
The worst outcome, in other words, except for all the others.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
Everybody else was all over the room, except for Pearl at her desk, not taking part.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
