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Bennett’s deep pass for Adams along the left sideline was tipped by new cornerback Jaylen Watson and intercepted by safety Kamren Kinchens.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
I was raised near the shore of Chicago’s slice of Lake Michigan, a body of water wide and blue enough to pass for the sea.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
It was under these powers that Burnham introduced free travel for 16 to 19-year-olds and a half-price pass for 18 to 21-year-olds.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
But with the rest of the market so pricey, card networks might even pass for a decent bargain at the moment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026
We have to stop to let some root men pass, for fear they might step on us if we didn’t keep out of their way.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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