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The push for a McMullet started on social media, including from an account called @MakeTheMcMullet, which was dedicated to posting a DIY version of the burger every day until it was noticed by the company.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
1 May 2026 -
Borenstein celebrated the development on Instagram, posting a clip of his interview with the BBC about the update and thanking a Lufthansa rep for their help and followers for spreading the word.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Suggs missed his first eight shots before nailing a 3-pointer from the corner for an 85-80 lead.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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His ascent was fueled by an outstanding performance during the 2025 season, sharing Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year honors, standing out at the NFL Combine and nailing in-person interviews.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Tacking (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacking%20%28up%29. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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