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The Dodgers’ offense managed just five hits against Diamondbacks starter Eduardo Rodriguez and was robbed of two by center fielder Jorge Barrosa, who made diving catches on line drives by Will Smith and Andy Pages.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
These pairings teach one to see, to make connections based on line, volume, color and texture.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
New capacity isn’t likely to come on line until the middle of next year, so the expectation is that inventories will remain tight, and prices high.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
The U.A.E. will be able to bring more capacity on line whenever it can, but it’s not the end of OPEC, Babin said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
He, Kevin, and Julie had stood on line for food for five hours that morning, the temperature well below freezing and a harsh wind blowing the entire time.
From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer
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