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At a recent visit to the chain’s Times Square location, it was clear the secret had gotten out: At least a dozen people were waiting in line to place their orders on touch-screens.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

It has gotten a real taste for defiance of court orders.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

How would you say that USC has gotten to that point?

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The point is nobody knows who’s winning this thing, and this is healthy for men’s tennis, because it’s gotten static and surprise-deprived.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Somehow I’d gotten myself out of the pool and dressed and into Nate’s truck.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam