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Many landlords have said the changes have made it difficult to stay ahead of upkeep and other costs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
For Brian, adjusting to avoiding the sun after his diagnosis had been difficult and it has taken him a while to accept that he has to stay out of the sun.
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026
“This is very painful and concerning. This is happening in every country in different ways. During these difficult times, I’m going to keep putting my heart into my music more than ever.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
It’s very difficult in ongoing negotiations to know whose words are accurate, and some actions can mean different things to different sides.
From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026
Second, you should put your eyes upon yourself, that is, you should know yourself, which is the most difficult knowledge of all.
From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios
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President Obama's second inaugural address
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"Angels in the Snow"
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Obama's speech at Connecticut vigil
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