as in rubble
the portion or bits of something left over or behind after it has been destroyed
a new and more splendid city was built on the ashes of the old
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Continue reading … 'TRYING MY BEST' – Country star 'scared' after anti-Trump song ignites social media firestorm.—
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How, exactly, Sarr’s future will play out often ignites spirited debate.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS SWEET REVENGE – Aaron Rodgers torches former Jets team with 4 touchdowns in Steelers debut victory.—
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8 Sep. 2025
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This one goal for Dolphins and another for Hurricanes will define success or failure in 2025 // Strobe lights?—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Pisces lunar eclipse on September 7 activates your fifth house of love, creativity, and pleasure, and should bring clarity around what (or who) truly lights you up.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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The star of Big Little Lies confessed her new film, Caught Stealing, kindles a powerful yearning for some aspects of the era.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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This 24-Day Craft Christmas Advent Calendar kindles the creative spirit during the festive season.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2024
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Key Takeaways The number of calories a person burns during a mile run averages around 100, but there is considerable variation depending on several factors, especially weight.—
Nancy LeBrun,
Verywell Health,
8 Oct. 2025
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In fact, Anderson is laughing at both sides while the world burns.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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The first three years are fully guaranteed if the school fires him without cause before the end of 2027.—
Lauren Merola,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Bailey unceremoniously fires Meredith, Webber, and Alex after learning they very much had something to do with it, too.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Oct. 2025
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The shingles vaccine is up to 97% effective in preventing the condition caused by the herpes zoster virus, which inflames nerves and causes painful rashes.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Ashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ashes. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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