what in the world
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So what in the world of conceivable interventions could John Roberts, the institutionalist, take?
From Slate ● May 28, 2024
You may be a bit confused, wondering what in the world that entails.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2023
So what in the world is “Hill Street Blues” doing on a network schedule?
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2022
“If Russia stops shelling these cities, what in the world will prevent the mission to cover these five miles?” he said.
From New York Times ● Aug. 11, 2022
As Grandpa walked up, I said, “Grandpa, what in the world is that thing?”
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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