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It’s still unclear how much Tesla will ultimately ask for the Roadster or how much optional features could cost buyers — some of whom decided not to stick around and find out.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
Flag football is now played by 20 million people in more than 100 countries and the rapid growth of the women's game was key to it becoming one of five optional sports for LA28.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
USC, for example, remains test optional, meaning students can choose to have their scores considered in the admission process, but doing so is not mandatory.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
Sole-Smith notes that the demands of caregiving can make basic needs feel almost optional.
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026
As I stood at the end of the vault runway, waiting for the signal to perform my optional vault, I felt jittery with anticipation.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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