friend
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After years of failing to get politicians’ attention on the issue, Bernard saw an opportunity when family friend Phil Murphy ran for governor in 2017 and was looking for economic growth opportunities.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
My elderly neighbor and friend of 5 years left me her $1 million home.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Soon afterwards, she says Obaidly took her to meet his friend Al Fayed at Harrods.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
The characters of “Still Life” study Van Gogh’s paintings, wander through the towns and landscapes he painted and, in the case of Frederica’s friend Alexander, attempt to write a play about the painter.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
To be a true friend, you have to be a good listener, and I discovered that day that Marlene was the truest of friends.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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