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Operators who own up to and including five vehicles will receive €1,350 per vehicle; operators who own six to 20 will receive €790 and operators with over 21 vehicles will receive €300.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The U.S. should own up to its good intentions.

From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026

I agreed with both of those decisions by the Lakers, and I appreciated seeing Bill come around and own up to his initial doubts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2025

His refusal to own up to his role has infuriated many.

From Seattle Times • May 11, 2024

Peeta presses his hand against the surface and I put my own up to meet it, as if I can feel him through the wall.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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