First recorded in 1590–1600
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Some of those buyers are expected to be Elon Musk true believers who hold on to the shares, while others could sell them for a quick profit when trading starts on Friday.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
The James Bond thing came right at the end, to be honest, of the creative process.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Olsen: I want to be sure to ask you about some of the other cast on the show, specifically Guz Khan.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Krutzsch says the event was designed to be accessible.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
I see how the other men glance at him sideways and judge him as a man to be reckoned with.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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