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"As the OG Dan Sullivan, I urge Alaskans to vote for Sen. Dan S. Sullivan. He's been great for Alaska," he posted on Facebook.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
President Trump this past week hosted crypto executives at the White House to urge passage of the act.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
Weigh those cons against the things AI has reliably proven it can do – cheat on homework and write janky code – and it’s easy to understand Sanders’ urge to stand and yell “stop!”
From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026
Smoke from the fire drifted across both sides of the Solent, prompting fire crews to urge people to keep doors and windows shut.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
I fought the urge to throw my arms around her neck and hug her for joy.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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Durran, the chief coroner, urges families to raise a hand or write a note if they have concerns.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
GLP-1 users’ subdued urges and impulses pose a particular challenge for the racks of snacks sold in convenience stores and supermarket checkout aisles, where consumption often occurs within 30 minutes of purchase.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
But we have more control over our balance than we may realize, urges Duke University balance researcher, Kristal M. Riska, who’s president of the American Balance Society.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Like other tour guides, Giusto always urges tourists to stay hydrated, wear a hat and sunscreen.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
After the lineup Anatole marches them into the church and urges them, I guess, to wrestle with their numbers and their French congregations and what not.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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The mayor urged Angelenos to “take this extreme heat seriously” and highlighted city facilities residents could use to stay cool.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
Edwards earlier urged people to be ready to evacuate immediately when told to do so.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
Det Insp Winters urged the public not to speculate about the incident.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
He urged everyone to list specific interests that showed personality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
“We’ll have to time our dismount perfectly!” urged Nala, eyeing the surging ocean just across from the motel.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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Now, Senator Sullivan is getting help from a former Republican mayor of Anchorage, who is urging voters to stay focused and back the right guy.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
The team is urging stronger protection for the high-elevation forests of Mae Wong.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 24, 2026
A fast-moving wildfire was approaching Reno, Nev., on Sunday, with authorities urging nearly 90,000 people to evacuate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
Civic experts are urging regular voters to help debunk misinformation about voting within their communities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
“Come here. Let me look at you closely. My eyes are not as good as they used to be, thanks to these miserable cataracts,” Teresita said, her skeletal fingers waving us in, urging us closer.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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