give someone
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It would also give someone for Shohei to drive in if he dropped down the order a spot or two.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
So it’s important to build some structure around how much time and energy you give someone navigating a stressful milestone.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
Figuring out how to give someone a health-related gift isn’t always straightforward.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025
For the fans who want Frank gone: who is your preferred candidate to replace him, what does realistic success look like, and how long are you willing to give someone new to achieve it?
From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025
And I disliked the possibility that Alaska would give someone else peace but not me.
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
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