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backhands

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plural of backhand

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Prosecutors said Asora had Hansen zip-tie MacNeil’s hands before Hansen was restrained.

— Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
These include a severe or persistent headache, changes in vision such as blurred vision or seeing spots, pain in the upper abdomen, significant swelling of the face or hands, shortness of breath, and nausea or vomiting later in pregnancy.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

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That includes a limited-time collection of teen and tween clothes, school supplies and accessories in pastel colors and floral prints from the women's lifestyle brand LoveShack Fancy.

— CBS News, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
This gift shop specializes in designs from local creatives, from ceramics and wool sweaters to art prints and jewelry.

— Erika Owen, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026

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In the arrest affidavit, Ted Barnett told investigators that the scratches on his body were from an Ultimate Frisbee tournament that happened the previous weekend.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
According to Matthews, dust can be abrasive, and wood can be very sensitive to scratches.

— Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026

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