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The idea was that a special school program would be attractive enough to serve as a “magnet” for white students to enroll at a school they might not otherwise attend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026
Khosla’s job description notes the chief of staff will serve as a “thought partner,” evaluating possible investments, working with portfolio companies and building relationships.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
Special Order 40 was aimed at reassuring the city’s immigrants that they could safely report a crime or serve as a witness without fear of deportation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
Sliding glass doors further connect the interior to the outdoor areas, allowing the lush backyard to serve as an extension of the home’s living space.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026
I grabbed hold of a rope I’d strung there at waist level to serve as a handhold and began to sidestep along the ledge to the corner of the platform.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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