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A pamphlet from the Central District of California that touted “front-page Federal cases” hung in the window of a court reporting classroom, where students practiced typing 200 words per minute.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026
The author also explores the sleight of intellect practiced by Jefferson, a slave owner who deplored slavery and used his rhetorical skills to cast the cause of states’ rights as a question of liberty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Poised and polished, with a penchant for trouser suits and a practiced smile, she grew up around heads of state.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
"He must've practiced, he's obviously looked at the keeper."
From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026
Dobrynya fought with practiced movements and the ease of a man who spent years learning his art.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
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