Curley
Americannoun
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The closest woman for the job was Gail Curley, the Supreme Court’s marshal.
From Slate ● Jul. 15, 2026
“We remain cautious of its ability to maintain this momentum throughout FY 2026 given the uncertain pricing outlook in France against the volatile political backdrop and ongoing cost inflation,” analyst Marcus Curley says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 17, 2025
Lead singer Grian Chatten once said he and his bandmates Carlos O'Connell, Tom Coll, Conor Curley and Conor Deegan were drawn to one another "because of our appreciation of poetry".
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2025
“To be close to Glenn and Elizabeth, to be in their world of deep, queer, chosen family is such an honor and a privilege,” said Curley.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2024
The dog raised his head, but when Curley jerked out, the grizzled head sank to the floor again.
From "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck
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