personal anecdote

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Haley is reviving the personal anecdote she would give in South Carolina - almost verbatim.

From Washington Times • Sep. 23, 2023

Haley is reviving the personal anecdote she would give in South Carolina — almost verbatim.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2023

Closing the testimonial parade there was always a special guest, preferably a pop star or an actor, who would throw in a personal anecdote meant to humanize Berlusconi and bring him closer to the people.

From Salon • Jun. 18, 2023

As to forgiveness from your daughter, here’s an even more personal anecdote.

From Slate • Jun. 13, 2021

The toad comes in for a good share of attention, and Mr. Bradwell gives a personal anecdote on this subject.

From The Doctor in History, Literature, Folk-Lore, Etc. by Various