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“In the movie version of it I look up to the sky and I’m like, ‘I hear you.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
She also points to successes like K-pop band BTS - who she is a "huge fan of" - as models for Asians to look up to.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
He had to present himself at a certain height so people would look up to him.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
"Honestly, I didn't have many people to look up to," she explained.
From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026
I look up to see a tall woman in a black gown, face covered, by Saint Sarah’s side.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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