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I’m getting the salmon with the crispy rice, broccoli, onions and two big eggs on top.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Bungie said the influential online shooter - which has attracted millions of players - will be getting its final update on 9 June, though it will "remain playable" beyond that.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
SpaceX is getting similarly creative, with a portion of shares unlocking after the company’s second- and third-quarter earnings report.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
“It’s authorization to continue dating—we’re not getting married,” Tampa city councilman Luis Viera said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Karli was getting on so well with the other children by now, that often he would get down off Marlene and walk along with them, singing with them.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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