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During morning testimony, an Interscope Records executive said Burke stood to make up to $19 million if the label picked up options for several future records, in addition to branding deals with clothing companies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
Once they graduate, drivers make up to $12,000 a month.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
He could make up to $35 billion in stock compensation if GameStop’s value reaches that $100 billion figure and other targets are hit, the Journal said.
From MarketWatch ● May 1, 2026
Ulster University is set to make up to 450 staff redundant.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
“Just trying to make up to well-connected people,” said Zabini, who was still glowering at Goyle.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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