as in to fork (over, out, or up)
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Champagne bottles were popped and celebratory victory cigars handed out.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026 -
Strangers handing out water and snacks.—
Staff report,
Daily News,
28 Mar. 2026
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And the Panthers feel safe with the rest of their inside linebacker depth to not have to pay a lot of money to retain a backup, particularly with the way Cherelus played in 2025.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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The parents had each paid nine hundred dollars; most had found Squire online.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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This toughness is imparted by lignin.—
David George Haskell,
Big Think,
27 Mar. 2026
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Leaves are covered with fine hairs, imparting considerable drought tolerance.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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Food lovers across Dallas-Fort Worth can look forward to a flavorful season as spring and summer food festivals dish out an array of cuisine.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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With a trip to the state championship game on the line, the 6-foot-6 junior forward was ready for anything the Dukes could dish out.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Reports of a crash on eastbound I-70 A traffic warning has been issued after a crash on I-70 from The Paseo/Exit 3 to Brooklyn Avenue/Exit 3.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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The central allegation in the Dallas County case is that Morris and Gateway Church benefitted financially from concealing the abuse of Clemishire, and that the church deliberately issued false statements about the circumstances after Clemishire came forward with the allegations.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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That could benefit a candidate like McAdams, who built a broad base during his previous campaign.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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October 23 – November 21 Group efforts benefit from clear, shared aims.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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But ever since, the family has alleged individuals have encroached on their beach, forcing them to put up no trespassing signs and hire private security, according to a supplemental complaint filed by Brian against the Walton County Sheriff’s Office last year.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Johnson also announced this week that over 600 vacant city lots are being put up for sale, part of an ongoing effort to reduce blight in neighborhoods and add more housing.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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The 33-year-old was non-tendered by the Rangers last fall after six seasons that included two All-Star game trips, a Gold Glove award and the ALCS MVP honor three years ago.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Davie is stepping down on April 2 after tendering his resignation last year following a documentary-editing scandal.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Pungle (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pungle%20%28up%29. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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