floor

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Once again, yet another bill was passed through the House via use of a discharge petition, in which 218 signatories to a petition can force a floor vote on a bill.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Several levels above the New York Stock Exchange trading floor, a small group of experts decides which beans meet the strict standards of the global commodity market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

"Noah tried to free himself, but he couldn't and he fell off the cushion onto the floor," she added.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Svetnoy was close friends with cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and held her in his arms as she lay dying on the floor of the New Mexico movie set.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The man stooped, snatched up the money from the floor, and stuffed it into his pocket.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom