strays
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When our conversation strays into this territory, he turns blunt.
From Salon ● May 15, 2026
Mr. James has compiled his own self-help manifesto, one that strays into platitudes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 1, 2026
The album strays away from the pop genre that first put him on the charts and instead leans into a more soulful, R&B-infused sound.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 1, 2026
District councillor Lau Chun-hoi said he still hoped more pets that survived, citing reports of strays.
From Barron's ● Dec. 2, 2025
“I know he’s my actual uncle, but why can’t he stay where the other strays do?”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
