permanently
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And once the primary ended, the pair could have buried the hatchet permanently rather than letting the tensions simmer into the general election.
From Slate ● Nov. 2, 2026
The moment is almost unassuming in its speed, but it permanently shapes everything that follows.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026
Lagarde is the favorite to take on the job permanently, and a vote is expected on her candidacy by the end of the year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2026
Officials determined that for true independence, the commission and the compliance office must be permanently enshrined in the county charter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
The seats and desks weren’t permanently fixed in place as they were in most schools, and the children were encouraged to forget the distinction between study and play.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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