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sterling

[stur-ling] / ˈstɜr lɪŋ /


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State Rep. James Talarico is a young political leader with a sterling reputation for honesty and integrity, a Bible-believing Christian whose campaign is a test of whether voters still care about those values.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

They had previously considered other plaintiffs — including fifteen-year-old Claudette Colvin — and ultimately concluded that Parks, a mature, married woman of sterling reputation, would present more effectively to white juries and the white press.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

U.K. government-bond yields fell, while sterling rose Friday after Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed he would stay in his post even as his Labour Party had heavy losses in local elections, according to early results.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

He wasn’t going to further stain his sterling 42-13 close-out record.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

“It’s sterling silver. I wish I could’ve gotten you gold to match. But at least this one’s stronger.”

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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