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There is no way to prove this, but perhaps the cataclysm of the war impressed upon that generation the fragility of civilization and learning, and the need to preserve them.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

“He testified Ms. Brooks would pick the ‘KP’ or kitchen patrol person based upon that person’s fighting prowess,” the motion said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Vegas happily feasted upon that ambivalence all night long.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

"We're going to dig in to find out how we improve upon that."

From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025

I seize upon that, it is at least something to hold on to.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque