to the effect that
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I hope my epitaph says something to the effect that I lived life to the fullest, taking advantage of every single moment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Earlier in 2026 there was talk in the markets to the effect that some SoftBank insiders were questioning the wisdom of its chief executive’s unwavering commitment to OpenAI.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 10, 2026
A message of a different sort would be delivered if the MPC removed a phrase that has appeared in recent policy statements to the effect that the key rate is likely to be lowered further.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 16, 2026
Duke replies with words to the effect that the world doesn't give a damn about him, so he doesn't care about the world either.
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2026
By the time Dr Meredith arrived, he had revived considerably and the doctor soon left again, making only vague statements to the effect that my father had perhaps been 'over-working'.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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