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EchoStar itself is also a play on SpaceX, thanks to a spectrum deal set to give the firm a nearly 3% stake in the soon-to-be-public company.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Some investors had been buying the SpaceX-heavy Baron funds recently as a play on Musk’s company.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

So crank up the Victrola, press play on Spotify and nestle into your headphones.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

In the first etude, strings play on open strings, which creates a sense of harmonic healing by leaving nature well enough alone.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The Emperor had overruled his wife after watching Aurelia and Boots at play on several occasions.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks




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