as in agrees
to give or express one's approval (as to a proposal)
are we to conclude from your silence that you assent?
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MacDonald agrees that some of Kiros' positions could put Democratic candidates in a tough spot.
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Slayton agrees, noting that muddled mint or basil make particularly refreshing additions.
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But changing how the world executes agreements was never just about software.
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The company specializes in services like Offer in Compromise, installment agreements, and business tax resolution.
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No one specifically consents to be included in them, but people have no choice.
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The site adds that the winner's identity (in this case, the beneficiary) is kept confidential under Ohio law, unless the winner consents to be identified in writing.
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As his offers continued to stack up, Pruitt learned about Madison Crowell, a 2024 graduate of Georgia's Liberty County High School who was believed to hold a national record with 231 college acceptances and about $15 million in scholarships.
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The class received more than 1,300 college acceptances, including several who earned full-ride scholarships.
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The actionable guide has practical approaches to streamline development approvals, simplify design standards, build infill on existing infrastructure, plan for density, partner for housing solutions, and use new construction techniques.
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Octapharma went by the codename Project Palmetto Rock as details emerged about its plans through city and county approvals related to the project.
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Save emails, receipts, transfer confirmations and seller messages.
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The company also suggests saving screenshots of messages, payment confirmations and other records in case the seller disappears.
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Encourage employees to replace self-blame with intentional affirmations.
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Holiday-like celebrations (Pride Month), rainbow flags, public affirmations, government recognition, and expectations of participation/acceptance all serve as functions resembling religious practices.
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“Assents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assents. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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