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I appreciated how the sonic texture — whether it was a Nate Dogg track or radio spots from Power 106 — helped ground the viewer not only in what they were witnessing, but why.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026

Anyone sitting on Philippe Chatrier Court that afternoon became fully aware that they were witnessing tennis history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 25, 2025

The crowd shared Faryoussefi's enthusiasm, particularly the young women, who seemed aware that they were witnessing a historic moment.

From Barron's • Nov. 15, 2025

"It felt as if we were witnessing the first glimpse of the future," said Prof Grunwald.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2025

I’m not sure what our feelings were, witnessing these departures.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro