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Another employee did her best to introduce me to “Minecraft” though I gave up after five minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Both gave up House seats to run for governor and now risk being out of office next year if Evette shuts them out.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Apple’s stock rose in anticipation of the release, but gave up ground after the announcement, closing 1.9% lower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

This spring she improved to 18-5 and gave up only 26 earned runs with 264 strikeouts and 47 walks in 153 innings pitched.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Mary Lou, who gave up trying to talk to him, watched with sorrowful eyes as he moved further and further into himself.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville



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