short answer
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The short answer is that all tax codes will have some complications — and compared to the current code, these objections are minor.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
The short answer is that a wide gulf exists between rumor and fact and Swalwell lurked in that gray space, living and thriving in the shadows between provability and denial.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
The "short answer is we don't know for sure" what actually led to the reduction in size of Rosie's biggest tumour, said Pall Thordarson, director of UNSW's RNA institute which created the vaccine.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
The short answer is that Social Security payments are income that’s adjusted for inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
“Just as you please. I wash my hands of you,” was Amy’s short answer.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
