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And in markets where network adequacy is a competitive or contractual requirement, directory inaccuracies can trigger consequences that ripple through employer contracts and member retention.—
Tammy Hawes,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026 -
In practice, the CRTC routinely consults stakeholders on policy matters although the adequacy and meaningfulness of efforts to consult the general public is often contested by scholars and civil society practitioners.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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Besides its aesthetic appearance and usefulness as an herb, dill also helps deter aphids from the garden—always a threat to roses.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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Jefferson proved his usefulness soon after his arrival, when he was placed on a committee with John Dickinson to draft a declaration—not the declaration, which was still a year away, but rather a list of complaints for King George III.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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The ethical acceptability of working with animal remains does not depend solely on whether the animal is already dead.—
Sam Zeveloff,
STAT,
9 May 2026
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Comment sections, therefore, are also important fields in which the acceptability of certain types of speech is tested and negotiated.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 Apr. 2026
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Conservatism is rooted in ancient principles of character, virtue and dignity beyond immediate political expediency.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
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The expediency of their exchanges (back and forth over a couple of weeks) electrified the planet, especially the mounting viciousness of Lamar’s attack (ad hominem all the way).—
New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Alternatively, your parents' bank may offer what's called a convenience account or agency account, which would give you the ability to access your parents' account without being a joint owner.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Earlier this year, the Princess of Wales stepped out for a royal gathering with a navy purse in hand, showcasing the convenience of the small-but-mighty style.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Playwright Mark Rosenblatt takes a leaf from the Peter Morgan playbook of using newsy real-life controversies with direct contemporary applicability to spark balanced drama.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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These factors reduce the applicability and appeal to venture-style funding.—
Samuel Mueller,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Always verify the validity of requests before sharing personal information.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
18 May 2026
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Record your calls and check the validity of the number as well.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Offers in this section are from affiliate partners and selected based on a combination of engagement, product relevance, compensation, and consistent availability.—
Elizabeth Gravier,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
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The upside is relevance and reach.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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“Adequateness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adequateness. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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