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The slider he dealt two batters later to second baseman Edouard Julien also crossed the zone too far over the plate, and Julien rounded the bases with another homer.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026
Let me back up a little – how does his reaction towards criticism handle how he’s dealt with Donald Trump, both as a host and as a target of jokes?
From Salon • Jul. 5, 2026
Executives who have dealt with Chung say he is a keen judoka and forms large WhatsApp groups with other shipowners to discuss the market.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
In the last few months, he hasn't dealt with situations well.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
I stared up at the sky, feeling as though I’d been dealt a dizzying blow.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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