new person
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“When a new person asked me what the best Mexican restaurant in New York was, my response, without fail, was “I’m still looking for it.”
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
A new person has to do this job.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
Are you comfortable with the new person you’ve become?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
Playing devil’s advocate: He may be responding to a new person in his home who is being kind and helpful.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 1, 2025
“It’s a hard bridge to cross, Mr. Hamilton. Makes me timid to talk to a new person, but I’ll try if you say so.”
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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