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There was a lot of talk this week of Donald Trump’s command over the Republican Party, and for good reason.
From Slate • May 23, 2026
Rare earth metals are on the minds of all investors these days, and for good reason.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
“But it also rewarded you for good play.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
The name Ross Stewart is just not going away, and for good reason.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
When summertime hit and all the tourists came, Mama would head downtown and sell them in the market for good money.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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