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The snackiest expression of the theme: a loose, lemony caper relish that lives in the refrigerator waiting to improve whatever happens to cross its path.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Dozens of police and security guards milled about as parents stood beside the line of students waiting to enter the exam hall, hoping to film their children walking inside.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Through most of the game, the excitement was contained to a pitcher’s duel — a chess game of defensive plays, waiting to see who flinched first.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

For months, she had barely left the house as she believed security officers were waiting to take her children from her and put her under arrest.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

They parked close to the front door of the school and joined a line of parents and kids waiting to register at a table in the lobby.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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