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first ladies

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plural of first lady

as in grand old men

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The fixtures were made from the very boxes that the costumes came in, simple merchandise boxes wrapped in black plastic, and the checkout counter was made of two-by-fours and cement blocks.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
The light fixtures, furniture, carpet, utensils and even the napkin rings all matched.

— Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

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Rubio has argued that before holding new elections, Venezuela must stabilize its economy and rebuild its institutions, including its courts and electoral council.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
Observers say that Yotova’s victory would keep the presidency in the hands of the ruling majority, and such concentration of power could prevent institutions maintaining effective checks and balances on policy decisions.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026

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