without fail
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And yet, almost without fail, the team with the hottest goalie goes all the way.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
"The policy of continuously strengthening the country's self-defensive nuclear deterrent, as set out by the nation's leader, is an irreversible course that must be implemented without fail," she added.
From Barron's ● Jun. 7, 2026
The armed security guard at the San Diego mosque would greet every visitor without fail, responding “Salam wa rahamatullahi wa barakatuh” or “May the peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you too.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
"And everybody, every single show, they're on their feet, every single time, without fail, it's just, it's so much fun," Drew said.
From BBC ● May 1, 2025
August’s accent is appalling, but Rosie—perhaps because August is usually repeating something I’ve just yelled—obeys without fail.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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