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On the other hand, these aggregators are bringing news stories to audiences who might not be getting them elsewhere – some of the undercover voters wouldn't otherwise be seeing much about politics.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s long-anticipated summit ended with both suggesting an agreement to reset their relationship, but with few concrete breakthroughs otherwise.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

That’s a huge relief, since the U.S. market otherwise would have a big debt to repay.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

“In so doing, Deere has prevented meaningful competition from those construction and forestry equipment owners who otherwise could repair equipment themselves and from independent repair providers.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

It’s tender if I push on the place where muscle meets bone, but I don’t feel anything otherwise.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison