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A string of perceived snubs, missed connections and canceled meetings have rocked the relationship between Beretta and Sturm Ruger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Plenty of other critical darlings from last year without the same cultural longevity received complete snubs.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

There were also snubs for royal royalty The Beatles, Coldplay and The Cure, who like Dua, all lost out to Charli in various catergories.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2025

Read on to check out the biggest surprises and the most jaw-dropping snubs of the 2025 Oscar nominations.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2025

She felt honored by Janie’s acquaintance and she quickly forgave and forgot snubs in order to keep it.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston