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She told the Las Vegas Review-Journal her proudest accomplishment was “making sure I got all my children through high school and college”—and she wound up being awarded several honorary degrees herself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Every time Moreno tried to make a big splash, he wound up soaking wet.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Croddick, who wound up saving 13 of 22 shots, was named the tournament’s most outstanding player.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"It's time for the US to put its footprint back on Greenland," he said as he wound up his four-day visit.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

He wound up his story by pausing and staring at the lectern for a count of ten; then he looked up frankly.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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