the elite
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Subpar defenses have plagued Lincoln Riley since his arrival at USC, and the Trojans’ performance against San José State raises the question of whether they are ready to compete among the elite.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
He attended the elite boarding school Eton, later revealing his hurt over William allegedly ignoring him while also there.
From Barron's ● Aug. 23, 2026
Plus, Bunny Mellon’s influence as a tastemaker for the elite, and the viral feud between a luxury hotel and a content creator.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
A surfer and physical fitness buff, Brambles rose through the ranks quickly, eventually becoming a supervisor in the elite Organized Crime Intelligence Division.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
Bobby was making his debut among the elite chess fraternity of New York.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
