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In terms of why she caught the world’s attention and ended up selling so darn many books and becoming such an icon, I think number one, of course, is her talent.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
The loose diagonal of the scarf helps to frame and focus attention on the Magdalene’s face.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
That has the Lakers’ attention and is why they worked so hard during practice.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Back inside the compound, Roberts-Smith turned his attention to the senior Essa, the prosecutors' submission continues.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
A clatter of hooves and wagon wheels drawing up to the side of the house snapped her attention back to my laundry, and she finished transferring it into her basket.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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