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That means she recently crossed into her 50s, although when CBS’ Miller asked the glamorous Muppet to confirm that, she creatively maneuvered her interviewer into agreeing that both are 25.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Justice Department officials maneuvered to ensure that the court would take up the question as quickly as possible, evidently hoping to notch a win.

From Slate • Feb. 10, 2026

An irate Armstrong maneuvered to have the bill pulled, and the Clarity Act is now stuck in limbo.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

He has maneuvered to avoid being lumped in with either the left or the right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

Backing off on the throttle, Dad carefully maneuvered the boat through the narrow channel along the sandbar.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings