granddaddy of them all
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But Arnott’s comments came before the granddaddy of them all did something surprising: It stuck to its rules.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
There are loads of conspiracy theories out there, the granddaddy of them all being the conjecture surrounding John F. Kennedy’s assassination.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2025
She normally attends two a year, including the granddaddy of them all, Glastonbury.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2021
Microsoft, the granddaddy of them all, is nine years away from turning 50.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 19, 2016
The majestic choral/orchestral granddaddy of them all — Handel’s “Messiah” — is a festive holiday tradition with Seattle Symphony, the SSO Chorale and guest soloists.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 9, 2016
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