horn in on
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It’s actively working to horn in on Greenland minerals projects, in particular high-grade resources that China lacks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026
Do NOT let them horn in on such an important time.
From Washington Post • Nov. 5, 2022
For a father to horn in on his son’s success to enrich his ego and wallet is both disgusting and pathetic.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2017
Perhaps you don’t run into Fred and Wilma when you’re visiting because they know you’re coming and don’t want to horn in on your time with your parents.
From Slate • Jun. 7, 2012
In the store a few minutes later, Aunt Loma said to me, real smug, “I reckon Pa wouldn’t let Love horn in on his big day.”
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
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