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will

[wil] / wɪl /






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That means most imports will continue to face tariffs similar to those incurred over the past five months.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 25, 2026

In about 100 billion years, every galaxy beyond the Local Group of galaxies will fade from sight, forever.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

Years ago on “Rick and Morty,” President Andre Curtis fumed that he can’t coexist with Rick Sanchez, a living god who won’t submit to his will.

From Salon Jul. 25, 2026

But he will need time to adapt to the physicality and intensity of the Premier League.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

“Although sick, she is full of life and smiles, and I know she will accomplish what she has set out to do.”

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

Income that he might have inherited when he became King is also unknown, as royal wills are kept secret and there is no inheritance tax between a monarch and their successor.

From BBC Jun. 26, 2026

“God wills it” was a battle cry of Christian crusaders during the Middle Ages.

From Salon Jun. 22, 2026

For example, you could make lifetime cash gifts to your other child, fund a trust for his benefit and/or adjust your wills so that the eventual distribution of your assets reflects the family-business sale.

From MarketWatch May 29, 2026

Historical documents, including wills and donation records dating back to 1449, shed light on the relationship between this banker and Leonardo's father, ser Piero.

From Science Daily May 4, 2026

In April, the battle of wills continued in the contest for the mayor’s seat.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield

The cabinet secretary continued that two helicopters were available on Saturay, and further helicopters would be available on Sunday.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

Her mother, she discovered, isn’t ready to move, but when she is, she would like an outdoor porch where she can read.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 25, 2026

I would add that the Salinger myth also delayed a reckoning with his most famous character’s mental health.

From Salon Jul. 25, 2026

"It's an experience, you know, I would be happy to do without it, but everybody's been very kind here, very good, so we have to be thankful."

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

“What’s wrong with you? Didn’t we say that since you and I would be headed for college in only two years, Dad would need someone?”

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

He's very strong willed and that's his decision.

From BBC Jun. 28, 2026

Jalen Brunson is the toast of New York after the 6-foot-2 point guard personally willed the New York Knicks to the NBA title on Saturday with a 45-point performance.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 14, 2026

On a night when his teammates struggled offensively, Brunson willed the Knicks to the series clinching victory, another gritty come-from-behind victory for a team that has made them a trademark.

From Barron's Jun. 14, 2026

Knowledge of current events, geography, and simple concepts like the law of supply and demand have been crowded out by willed ignorance and motivated reasoning.

From Salon Apr. 19, 2026

He willed the poison to recede, creating a small path of retreat along the edge of the cliff.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan

"I just wanted them to survive and every bit of me was willing her to breathe," she said.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

James is still a hugely capable All-Star, but willing to play relatively cheap in order to join a competitive roster.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

“Investors with a short-term savings goal who are willing to accept some price movement may wish to consider this fund.”

From MarketWatch Jul. 24, 2026

Her staff has been facilitating a conversation with people at Universal Studios and has found them to be “very willing partners,” said Helen Chavez Garcia, Barger’s communications director.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

The trouble, as ever, was finding Wall Street firms willing to deal with them.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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