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Daley

American  
[dey-lee] / ˈdeɪ li /

noun

  1. Richard J(oseph), 1902–76, U.S. politician: mayor of Chicago 1955–76.


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Daley said casting can be tricky for directors because it is difficult to know what the on-screen chemistry will be like.

From Barron's Sep. 2, 2026

Although battery storage initially manages the evening rise in electricity demand, gas-fired generation remains critical to maintain reliability after battery discharge tapers later in the night, East Daley adds.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 5, 2026

“An expanded tournament means that more teams that have never been able to take part get to play for the first time,” Daley said.

From Los Angeles Times May 18, 2026

Daley, who targeted stores nationwide, cost businesses across Cardiff, Taffs Well, Merthyr Tydfil, Chepstow and Caldicot more than £4,000 in losses.

From BBC May 11, 2026

He walked out of the office to find Kevin Daley standing there.

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer

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