as in to talk (about)
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As the mission suggests, this new press is nothing if not tenacious.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
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The move suggests a broader shift in Tehran, where a new generation of leaders is increasingly abandoning the cautious, reactive approach that long defined the Islamic Republic’s strategy towards its adversaries.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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Kwon’s lawyer Sean Hecker said in an email after the sentencing that Kwon spoke from the heart, expressed genuine remorse and will continue his efforts to make amends.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
12 Dec. 2025
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Governor Wes Moore and other Democrats in the Maryland congressional delegation have expressed support for the project.—
Mike Hellgren,
CBS News,
11 Dec. 2025
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The first amendment, proposed by Kelly Gonez, and approved unanimously, put back in $50 million — reducing next year’s cut in half, to $50 million.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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According to investigators, the group's drone builder proposed targeting a military-industrial facility to obtain the necessary explosive materials.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
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In New York, auction house Sotheby’s brought some remembrances of those times to collectors, offering a selection that spans decades.—
Denny Alfonso,
New York Times,
12 Dec. 2025
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“Speak (of).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speak%20%28of%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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