did
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The Clippers traded for Paul George in a blockbuster deal with Oklahoma City, sending a massive haul including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, to finally build a championship roster, which it did — for the Thunder.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
Patel did not hide what he intended to do.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Briefings from Secret Service leadership on the Hill this week did not change any minds.
From Slate • May 16, 2026
Unlike Stephen, she did have prior experience, although it was horses rather than donkeys.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
I found him at a treehouse, weirdly polished and fancy, like the treehouses you saw on TV shows but never did in real life.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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