speaking

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“I’ve never heard of that happening before,” said former federal prosecutor Rick Mountcastle, speaking generally about DOJ protocols.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

"I'm not afraid of speaking up when it's needed," she added.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Within a short time of speaking to this man, dozens more people came forward, many showing similar phone pictures.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

When he’s done speaking, Paul looks back down at the table, grinds his palms together.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“He said that you were having trouble speaking in front of your classmates for an assignment,” SJ told her.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith