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Ryu, whose father-in-law is still part of Kim Jong Un's inner circle, says the debate around Kim's heir may be a goal in itself.
From BBC
Being mentioned or pictured in the Epstein files is not, in itself, an indication of wrongdoing.
From BBC
The lean, athletic Mr. Herzog, 83 years old, seems as spry and eager as ever, and his global enthusiasm remains a force of nature in itself.
The fact that this debate happened at all is in itself significant.
From BBC
Isn’t a televised football game in itself a three-hour advertisement for the school?
From Los Angeles Times
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