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Cruz, for example, hasn’t become an A.I. opponent, by any means, but his remarks were a notable tone shift from his substantial work this Congress trying to limit states’ ability to control the technology.
From Slate ● Sep. 12, 2026
The attacking stats showed Hearts did not lag behind their Austrian hosts by any means.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
"At the moment, we are not a well-adapted UK by any means."
From Barron's ● Jun. 26, 2026
Hired as a Skyline security guard, Aaron is promoted to fixer, keeping himself and Skyline’s A-listers closeted by any means necessary.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026
I did not by any means dominate the High Organ, and in fact, a number of proposals that I felt strongly about were rejected.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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