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With Stromer contributing as a rebounder and defender, it frees the Duke-bound Foster to do his thing, which is igniting the offense.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2023

“It is igniting people all over the world of different ages and different sexes. It’s like the Olympic torch, and that is really something to be proud of.”

From New York Times • May 25, 2022

The measure is igniting privacy concerns and has led lawmakers to question the practicality of the technology, even while acknowledging the threat of distracted driving.

From Washington Times • Mar. 17, 2019

What matters most, for now, is igniting the process.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2017

In the meantime, government services firms say the shortage of skilled, cleared employees is igniting a war for talent and in some cases disrupting government work.

From Washington Post • Aug. 25, 2017