sum
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On Thursday, Judge Wright ordered Haydar to forfeit the sum within 28 days after the defendant failed to attend court.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Her most recent tour in 2023 and 2024, titled "The Eras Tour," brought in a record sum of around two billion dollars.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Another incentive to take the higher sum: What if you invested that $700 every month for the next 19 years, and spent the rest living your best life?
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
This year’s gubernatorial contest is not the first time Steyer has spent an inordinate sum seeking office.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
“It’s a fine old place, and will bring a handsome sum, for of course you intend to sell it,” said Laurie, as they were all talking the matter over some weeks later.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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