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The choice of “Psycho Killer” is purposefully on the nose, and nothing onscreen gives an inkling of awkwardness.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
After watching events in Washington over the past week, I have an inkling of how Mr. Stengel felt—dismay and sheer wonder at the team’s incompetence.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Bill Clinton has said he “had no inkling of the crimes” Epstein was committing and learned of them only through media reports.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
That includes at least one former clerk who may well be in contact with the justice and even have an inkling of his plans.
From Slate • Feb. 13, 2026
Of Asia they appreciated the vast extent of the Persian Empire, and they had an inkling of the Indian subcontinent beyond.
From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro
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Wonder
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