for sure
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But there’s an optimism in knowing for sure that the jig is up.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2026
"I don't think we know for sure," French envoy Duchene speculated about the origins of the artwork.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
One thing that is for sure: However far from peace with Iran we were last week, we’re even farther from it now.
From Slate ● Jul. 9, 2026
My hope for this country: A more livable wage, I would say that for sure.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
The only thing you knew for sure was that something was going to happen, which made things exciting.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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