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But there is no obvious indication that coach Sean McVay, defensive coordinator Chris Shula and general manager Les Snead will stray from the team’s history at the position during the McVay era.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2025

And in what will clearly be a divisive moment for audiences, there’s a gasp-inducing scene in the final stretch that, for some, will stray way too far from the comfort zone.

From Washington Times • Jun. 26, 2019

Wherever he goes, it’s not likely his writing will stray out of the speculative.

From The Guardian • Nov. 9, 2018

“I can only say to those Catholics worried that the pope will stray from sound doctrine: Don’t be afraid,” says the cardinal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2016

In this case, also, a guide is quite essential in the early stages of drilling; otherwise the end of the tube will stray.

From A Handbook of Laboratory Glass-Blowing by Bolas, Bernard D.