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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"For singles, I can't say 'yeah' and I can't say 'no'," explained Williams.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Frallicciardi explained that identifying the helmets initially proved difficult.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“I was moving away from Venus for the first time in my life, so I wanted it to be really meaningful,” Williams explained to AD while discussing the project.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

“Many loggers can’t work winters when the woods are full of snow,” explained Bullock.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone