intrigues
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“Alexander’s Feast” is also weighed down by its lengthy opening section, which centers on Graham’s life in Philadelphia and the minor intrigues of his legal career.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Uganda's tempestuous army chief has once again vowed to run for president and succeed his long-ruling father, but palace intrigues are swirling as he faces a challenge from a brother-in-law.
From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026
Hawk and Pína present a noticeably different picture of a relationship than most rom-coms offer — a kinetic, unpredictable spark that fuels the movie’s uncertainty and intrigues the audience tenfold.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
What intrigues the city, for at least part of the parking lots around Angel Stadium: a youth sports park for all those travel ball teams.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
This was where the senator preferred to hold his meetings, weave his intrigues, forge his deals, and, in his lonely hours, closet himself to release his rage, his frustrated desire, or his sorrow.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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