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as in to live
to have life
stories that begin with the familiar line "once upon a time there was a beautiful maiden"
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as in to happen
to take place
the party is next Saturday
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as in to treat
to behave toward in a stated way
you need to be nice to your brother
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Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Jan. 2025
There isn’t a day that goes by that my kids don’t feel love from their father.
—Avalon Hester, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
When searching for the right rose, there are a number of factors to consider, including color.
—Jessica Jordan, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025
There are corruption scandals, whisper campaigns, and possible bribery afoot, just like with those gossipy Vatican queens.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2025
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There are 38 days between now and the 97th Academy Awards on March 2.
—Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Jan. 2025
There isn’t a day that goes by that my kids don’t feel love from their father.
—Avalon Hester, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
When searching for the right rose, there are a number of factors to consider, including color.
—Jessica Jordan, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025
There are corruption scandals, whisper campaigns, and possible bribery afoot, just like with those gossipy Vatican queens.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2025
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“Be.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/be. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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