at times
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Byron Lill had to pause at times while he read out his statement.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
While Kennedy describes himself at times as a small-town lawyer from Sacramento, he knew the two California governors, both Republicans, who reshaped the Supreme Court.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
Seixas looked stronger than Del Toro at times on the climbs but faded substantially on Saturday.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
It was clear that we were usually the oldest parents in any group, making conversation strained at times.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
I liked the way she seemed to softly rake the keys at times and at other times made her fingers dance on them.
From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English
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