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“The outcome of a sports event certainly can be associated with a potential financial, economic, or commercial consequence,” the judges wrote in their decision.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
Straddling a bookies' tip to be the next James Bond like a bucking bronco is certainly one way to grab people's attention.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
The baseball team is certainly showing passion and commitment this season with a 14-0 record, including wins over North Hollywood and Culver City.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
You’re certainly not alone in wanting to start benefits early — about 30% of people in a recent survey said that eligibility for Social Security influences their decision to retire.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
And I certainly hope you resist that temptation!
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Suffixes: -ly
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"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll, Chapters 4–6
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Novel Study: Barrio Boy, Parts 1–3
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