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The gap between the two now approaches levels last seen when the coronavirus pandemic upended the world, Morgan Stanley said in a note.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
16 June 2026 -
Afterward, Roseman approaches, shaking his head.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The program focuses on maintaining the scientific expertise, technical infrastructure, and specialized facilities necessary to address current and future nuclear security challenges.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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The restaurant focuses on seasonal ingredients with a menu that blends coastal flavors and new-school techniques, all served in its stylish dining room.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
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When the two AIs eventually merge, what converges is identity.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The hospitality industry converges on Chicago this weekend for the National Restaurant Show.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Multiple fighters have followed that pattern as the White House UFC event nears its climactic bout.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The highest spending is between August and November, accounting for between 58% and 67% of all political ad spending for the cycle, with October itself accounting for between 28% and 36% of spend as the country nears Election Day.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
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“Closes in (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closes%20in%20%28on%29. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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