stand between
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Now, as the series moves to Florida, only two wins stand between the Brewers and their first championship in franchise history.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026
That person was Dean Henderson who, even at such a young age, was clearly doing his part in reaffirming the notion it takes a certain type of character to stand between the sticks.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
Earlier, a 176-run stand between Farhan and Fakhar Zaman had given Pakistan hope of delivering what had seemed a big ask on paper.
From BBC ● Feb. 28, 2026
As the dust settles on her unexpected candidacy, political observers are assessing Raman’s prospects — both her strengths and the obstacles that stand between her and the mayor’s office.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2026
“Is anyone staring at you? Are any of them sizing you up? No. Because you’re not real competition. Because you don’t stand between them and whatever freedom or wealth they’re looking for.”
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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