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came upon

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happen upon
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In October 2024, 56-year-old José Aguilar, who had been granted temporary protected status under George W. Bush’s administration, was in just that position when he came upon a Facebook ad.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

We also came upon one of the new interpretive signs that were to be dedicated Friday, including one with a photo of Mike and Patricia as young adults “Making a Difference.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

I came upon a story on Fox11 about a broader whistle brigade in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

But, a study I came upon shows the downside: Sometimes, individuals who have good financial habits accommodate their less financially capable spouse.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 23, 2026

When they finally came upon the tree, Anya knocked her knuckles on the side of it and whispered loudly, “Alfhercht? Wielaf? Are you here?”

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack



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