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tinkering



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And finally, they’ll discuss why Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s latest market tinkering has everyone chiming in.

From Slate Aug. 29, 2026

And over time, from their tinkering comes their version of right and good.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Although the unnecessary tinkering didn’t damage her truck, other chatbot advice could have.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 1, 2026

He wanted access to play games and visit blocked websites so he started tinkering with programming.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

Only Beaudelet remained behind, tinkering at his boat and Mariequita walked away with her basket of shrimps, casting a look of childish ill-humor and reproach at Robert from the comer of her eye.

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin




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