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as in to produce
to become the father of Abraham was quite old when he got Isaac, his only son

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as in to become
to eventually have as a state or quality it's going to get colder as winter approaches

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noun

as in offspring
the descendants of a person, animal, or plant in some animal species, a new mate will refuse to raise another male's get

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Thanks to coffee liqueur, espresso, and vodka, the base is that same rich coffee flavor, which then gets a heavy dollop of mascarpone cream. Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2025 Over the past two years the Dolphins are 11-0 and average 35 points per game when Hill gets 100 yards or more receiving. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
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At the right price, around $3.5 million, Smith is a worthwhile get for a team in need of defensive stability. Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 17 June 2025 On top that, Nintendo has fostered a massive platform for indie games that helped bolster its profile in recent years, even securing the incredible get of Hades II as a console exclusive for a limited time. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for get
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  • The jail currently offers programs for inmates to learn construction or culinary skills.
    Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2025
  • The idea for the monthly reviews felt like a natural progression from what Hearn has learned from his experience in the world of work.
    Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
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  • The fireball that caught the attention of people across the southeastern United States is presumed to be from a meteor fragmenting in the sky, according to meteorologists and other experts.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 28 June 2025
  • That unique twist is exactly what caught the attention of Quinn Cosgrove, bass player for local Kansas band The Whips.
    Ramal Nasim, Kansas City Star, 28 June 2025
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  • Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2025
  • Two teammates would one-up him over the ensuing couple of days, producing a pair of shutouts against the Royals.
    Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 28 June 2025
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  • While this action may convince some that China is a paper tiger, for others, especially Iran’s Arab rivals, it is seen as a sign of prudence.
    Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Kubler convinced Rucker’s wife to take out a $14 million life insurance policy to generate fees and commission that Kubler paid to himself as the placing agent, according to the lawsuit.
    Sydney Sasser, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025
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  • There, a tactical response team found a man lying dead with a weapon nearby, whom authorities believe was the shooter.
    Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 1 July 2025
  • If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Steer clear of open fields, hilltops, or ridge tops.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
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  • Francie instantly annoys Nat by kissing Pete hello, and the two women start yelling at each other immediately.
    Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 27 June 2025
  • If visible bulbs and cables annoy you, these aren’t for you.
    Simon Hill, Wired News, 26 June 2025
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  • If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 29 June 2025
  • Who would have thought that robots could become the unsung heroes of heritage?
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 June 2025
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  • My years in publishing had trained me to believe that personhood would have to be earned, like a gold star or a promotion, which was more likely just a title change with no raise.
    Maris Kreizman July 1, Literary Hub, 1 July 2025
  • Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.
    Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 1 July 2025

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