as in to rub
to make smooth by friction
beautifully filed nails that obviously had been done by a manicurist
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as in to march
to move along with a steady regular step especially in a group
to the strains of that familiar music, this year's graduating class filed into the auditorium
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Dan Greene, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Since the start of construction, neighbors on Rockland Drive have filed at least 10 complaints to the city’s 311 system for mud in the road, erosion, pothole repair and traffic-calming measures.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
The notes from the case file, as reported by FITSNews, shed light on many rumors that were floating around the area in the weeks following Smith's death.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
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Most of the audience filed out.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Since the start of construction, neighbors on Rockland Drive have filed at least 10 complaints to the city’s 311 system for mud in the road, erosion, pothole repair and traffic-calming measures.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
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OpenAI appears to be trying to position ChatGPT as a version of this universal interface, not through a browser, but by integrating third-party apps directly into the chatbot so users can search, shop, plan travel, and manage files without ever leaving the conversation.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
The notes from the case file, as reported by FITSNews, shed light on many rumors that were floating around the area in the weeks following Smith's death.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
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The adorable pup lies flat on their stomach, fast asleep, as their owner gently drags them through the airport queue—clearly not quite ready for a full day on duty.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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The month-long blockade by the JNIM armed group has set off long queues at petrol stations in Bamako and other major cities, grinding economic activity to a halt.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Each page features full-color illustrations and only a few lines of text, making Xolo an excellent pick for reluctant readers, graphic novel lovers, and kids who’ve just begun to find their way into longer stories.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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With the Wild getting dominated in the dot in Thursday’s loss, Hynes elected to put Ben Jones in there to center the fourth line.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Lavic displays and dramatic columns of ash.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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From the central atrium, the Grand Staircase -- a six-story ascent lined with around 60 monumental artifacts including statues, sarcophagi, columns and stelae -- culminates in a view of Giza's three famous pyramids.—
Ayat Al-Tawy,
ABC News,
2 Nov. 2025
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Posts are often followed by a string of comments from people announcing similar plans, along with plenty of reminders not to forget the candy.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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Chains, strings, bows, keychains and small furry toys are just some of the add-ons sported by celebrities and other style influencers, giving their denim a young and carefree vibe.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Oct. 2025
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This one, boasting tight rows of eucalyptus and olive leaves, gives off a bohemian look, something a bit more laid-back than the cold-weather heavy cedars or pines.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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Sherrill's victory marks the first time since the 1960s that New Jersey voters have elected a governor from the same party three terms in a row.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
5 Nov. 2025
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