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as in to live
to have life
stories that begin with the familiar line "once upon a time there was a beautiful maiden"
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as in to happen
to take place
the party is next Saturday
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Recent Examples of be
There is nothing funny about Sophie’s assault and subsequent, rightful legal action against Lucy’s matchmaking company.
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 June 2025
There were transfer kids available, who were good kids who wanted to come after Spencer left.
—Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Inside the Piloti Ferrari 296 Speciale, the racing seats are made of Alcantara, there is extra carbon fiber, and the seat inserts contain fireproof fabric that is also used for Le Mans drivers.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 June 2025
Yet there is no question that Neto is the Angels’ best player this year, and a star for years to come.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 June 2025
There were transfer kids available, who were good kids who wanted to come after Spencer left.
—Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Inside the Piloti Ferrari 296 Speciale, the racing seats are made of Alcantara, there is extra carbon fiber, and the seat inserts contain fireproof fabric that is also used for Le Mans drivers.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 June 2025
Yet there is no question that Neto is the Angels’ best player this year, and a star for years to come.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for be
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Our everlasting craftsmanship is what enables pieces to be tailored and redesigned, meaning each piece can act as a living legacy constantly being shaped by the hands it is passed onto.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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These military wives said factors like commute time, distance from medical providers and school districts influence families' decisions to stay in the surrounding base area, in addition to the benefit of community living near other servicemembers and their families.—
Steve Osunsami,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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In recent years, Iranian officials have repeatedly advocated a multipolar world and the end of the days of America standing as the sole superpower.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Earlier in the day, a masked organizer stood at the steps of the Torch of Friendship and used a microphone to address the crowd.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2025
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The Stallions finished 18-3 and ranked No. 2 in the nation after their 6-5 loss to rival Lake Highland Prep.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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In May 2024, the largest solar flare since 2017 was detected, ranking at an X-8.7 magnitude.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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The Survivors takes place in Evelyn Bay, Tasmania, Australia – a town still haunted by a tragedy that happened more than 15 years prior.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Joshua Brito, 33, was charged with driving while intoxicated and reckless endangerment following the incident that happened on Saturday at around 8 p.m. near the east end of Hart Island, according to WABC.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2025
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In the absence of diverse revenue sources, consider additional ways to nurture existing customer relationships.—
Rahim Madhavji,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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One university, Oregon, is already facing an existing Title IX class action lawsuit that includes claims of inequitable treatment related to NIL opportunities and resources.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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Chaco Canyon lies in the San Juan basin, once the largest gas basin in the U.S. Chaco has been simmering in the New Mexico cauldron for a number of years.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Noni finds herself up against Lion’s violent henchmen and women in series of fight-to-the-death encounters aboard the tyrant’s grandiose sailing ship, which lies at the heart of a vast naval fleet.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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One of the organizers Ezra Levin, who co-founded the Indivisible grassroots movement, said the Saturday protests are meant to prevent Trump from placing himself front and center of a patriotic celebration.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Bettors have placed most of their wagers on Maverick (75 percent), while most of the money is on Namajunas (85 percent).—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The first available level is a storage tray that sits inside the chassis, sunken below the height of the fenders to make better use of available open space.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 June 2025
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Tucked into less than an acre at the corner of Trade and Tryon streets, the park sits at the heart of a center city McColl helped shape.—
Lila Hempel-Edgers,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2025
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“Be.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/be. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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