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In the first phase, he addressed the boys directly with simple, generalised language, reflecting advice given to all judges to talk to child offenders in a way that they can understand.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
It was a no-bid contract for this job, given to a company that had not done anything like this before.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
The form will be given to you two days prior to the day your county certifies the election, so be sure to fill it out and return it to your county elections office right away.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
“As we’ve said before, military promotions are given to those who have earned them,” said Sean Parnell, chief Pentagon spokesman in a statement provided to reporters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Jimmy Bozart, the hero paperboy, was back in college in upstate New York, driving a new Oldsmobile given to him as a reward by a wealthy citizen.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
