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They bet big on the ascendant Florida Republican Party, backing Rick Scott all the way to the governor’s mansion.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
Christine Gast, a New Jersey resident who shops for her five nephews, is big on thrift stores, especially for the clothes and stuffed animals she purchases to fill out those baskets.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
Gulf states are also spending big on the war.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Disney TV bet big on the “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star, pushing for Taylor Frankie Paul to lead one of its most important franchises.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
Thing was, Ma was big on not being too greedy when you’re at other people’s houses, so Genie didn’t want to ask Grandpop for it.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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