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The question is not: Can we get rid of it this year?

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Jackson declined to say where the artworks are but said “they are in her possession” and “she has no intention of ever getting rid of those ever.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

A White House official reiterated that Trump prefers to rid Iran of its nuclear program diplomatically but has been clear about his red lines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Getting rid of that rule will allow more people to day trade, but it won’t change the fact that most day traders lose money.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Then there were some whispers and a thwip sound as somebody put a hand over the microphone, but you could still hear voices and a few words: “...matches...horrible wet cigar...get rid of that bear...”

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson