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Pete

Idioms  
  1. Also, Peter. See for one's (Pete's) sake; honest to god (Pete); rob Peter to pay Paul.


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Insp Pete Musgrave says he is aware of social media being used to "glorify" thefts and understands the frustration of victims.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Christian actor Jonathan Roumie and worship leader Chris Tomlin also appeared during the event, while President Donald Trump, evangelist Franklin Graham and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered remarks by video.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was on hand in Norfolk, Virginia to welcome home the largest aircraft carrier in the world, the US military said on X.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has recently questioned his security clearance too.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

He tried to explain that Pete was just lashing out because he was angry.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville

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