doings

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The former governor has said he knew nothing about the doings of his secretary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

She began the year facing a barrage of criticism over the city’s handling of the Palisades fire — her initial absence, her removal of an outspoken fire chief, the unpredictable doings of her recovery czar.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2025

“Presidential candidates, elected officials, and Republican thought leaders from across the nation will be joining together to discuss conservative solutions to today’s issues,” advises the New Hampshire Republican Party, which is hosting the big doings.

From Washington Times • Oct. 12, 2023

He also detailed celebrity doings for the site — Mickey Rourke being arrested, Betty White hosting “Saturday Night Live,” Halle Berry’s after-baby workout — and wrote many stars’ obituaries.

From New York Times • Jul. 18, 2023

“All this only applies to my own doings, as I do not feel at all sure enough in any way to interfere with the pleasures of sons of the age of mine.”

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman