franchise
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"Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu," Disney's latest entry in the blockbuster sci-fi franchise, plummeted nearly 70 percent in its second weekend in theaters, taking in $25 million and finishing in third place.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
The victory set the stage for an NBA Finals of seismic proportions: the league’s long-dormant big-city franchise versus its up-and-coming giant.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Lucas later returned to the Star Wars franchise, working on The Empire Strikes Back in 1980 and Return of the Jedi in 1983.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Sportico this year put the average franchise value at $3.2 billion, and the San Diego Padres sold last month for a league-record $3.9 billion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
You did not just compare the history of our great nation to the Terminator franchise.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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"A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury
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"The Declaration of Sentiments" (1848)
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