in progress
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But the hyper-talented and charismatic Yamal, 19, is still a work in progress who needs more time to develop.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
Our reporters, critics and staffers are on the ground at TIFF’s 2026 edition now in progress, taking in all the highlights.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
Some are already in progress, with the EA saying pupils with SEN will receive "earlier, more tailored support".
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
It would certainly be the easy way out, the continuation of a downsizing effort already in progress following one of the dictates of retirement—less stuff, more experiences.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
They were works in progress, malleable, and could be set on the right path if the law behaved like a stem but loving parent rather than as an instrument of punishment.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
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