Arlene
Americannoun
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Arlene Spiegel, a New York-based restaurant consultant, said that it shouldn’t come as a surprise that no chain beyond McDonald’s has succeeded at rib sandwiches, and that only a few chains have even tried.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 29, 2026
Arlene, who came legally to work in Wales almost 24 years ago, said the recent protests had led to tensions in the community.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
The last time anyone heard from Arlene was at 09:41 on 28 April 1998, when she phoned her children's school to ask when her son would be back from a trip.
From BBC ● Feb. 23, 2026
Meanwhile, some 1,600 miles away in Abilene, the owner of Seven and One Books, Arlene Kasselman, also has been delighted with the response to the phone outside her store.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2026
"Hey, Alfred," mumbled Major, pulling him away from Arlene.
From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte
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