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upon

preposition as in at the time of

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So often last year, Miller endured starts like this, unable to build upon his early-season momentum in what became a forgettable campaign.

Upon her return, she said simply, “I’m unretired.”

Upon her arrival, Carter was with two friends, whom he told “he would be right back” as he led Penly to his bedroom, the lawsuit says.

The idea involves relying upon El Salvador yet again, this administration’s partner in lawless deportations.

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And speaking of U.S. citizens, Immigration and Customs Enforcement lured a pro-Palestinian activist from Columbia University to an immigration office for a citizenship interview—he’s held a green card for 10 years—only to arrest him upon arrival.

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