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as in chamber
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided
cells in a honeycomb
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Recent Examples of cell
Washington’s wife, Toni Washington, criticized jail employees for not searching inmates more thoroughly for drugs, and for placing Asaiah in a cell with an inmate who had been caught smuggling drugs into the jail before.
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Theresa Clift
may 29, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Two especially important families of molecules are amino acids, which cells use to build proteins, and fatty acids, which help form cell membranes.
—Gideon Yoffe, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
The network provides access to the internet to those in areas where other means of connection is scarce, as well as supports in-flight WiFi and direct to cell service on some carriers.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 29 May 2026
Moments before the incident, one of the attackers took rubber gloves from Castillo’s desk and pointed in the direction of the victim’s cell.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
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Theresa Clift
may 29, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Two especially important families of molecules are amino acids, which cells use to build proteins, and fatty acids, which help form cell membranes.
—Gideon Yoffe, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
The network provides access to the internet to those in areas where other means of connection is scarce, as well as supports in-flight WiFi and direct to cell service on some carriers.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 29 May 2026
Moments before the incident, one of the attackers took rubber gloves from Castillo’s desk and pointed in the direction of the victim’s cell.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cell
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There’s a dedicated kitchen for cooking classes, a craft and activity room as well as a pirate ship playground outside.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Ali wakes up in the morning to find Rue in the living room, learning from the news that Fez broke out of prison and vowing to get him.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
1 June 2026
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Since then, five of the remaining seven have been located, with one rescued from the chamber Friday night.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Tensions mounted as the meeting went on, with council members calling multiple recesses and eventually clearing the chambers after shouting matches broke out.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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As the video drew more attention, protesters gathered at the Shelby Police Department Friday to denounce the officer’s actions and call on the department to take action before he was fired, CNN affiliate WBTV reported.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Carol Ann Beall was arrested in connection with the death of William Reginald Sipfle on Thursday, May 28, and charged with first-degree murder for the death of William Reginald Sipfle, NBC affiliate KVOA and CBS affiliate KOLD reported, citing the Pima County Sheriff's Department (PCSD).—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
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One of these next summers, the cabin is to come down and be replaced with new construction, maybe even the re-creation of a big stone fireplace.—
Joe Soucheray,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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On the shores of Table Rock Lake, the lodge offers a wide range of accommodations, ranging from guest rooms to private luxury cabins.—
Dave Parfitt,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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And as the graduation caps flew high, Marcelo knows this will be a new chapter in his life and a new perspective.—
Paul Burton,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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While graduation marks the end of one financial chapter, these are some of the next important financial decisions a young adult will face.—
VaNessa Duplessie,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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There are packs with smart compartments that make organization effortless, weather‑resistant builds that withstand unpredictable conditions, and lightweight designs that won’t slow you down on steep switchbacks.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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He was launched into the air, and the impact on his arm became all the more extreme due to compartment syndrome, a condition that is characterized by too much pressure around the muscles, according to the Cleveland Clinic.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Packing cubes and wrinkle release spray can only do so much!—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
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Flash freezing also prevents those pesky ice crystals from forming and turning your berries into flavorless ice cubes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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“Cell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cell. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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