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as in areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
the view that the issue is not in the demesne of the courts and is something that should be decided by the state legislature
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as in yards
the area around and belonging to a building
the mansion's huge demesne covers more than 100 acres
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Despite their abundance in some regions, blacktip sharks are generally not considered dangerous to humans, though their preference for shallow waters means encounters can occur, especially in surf zones where people are also present.
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The company reviewed one event from April 11 and five events from April 19, where vehicles drove past ramp closure signs into pre-planned freeway construction zones.
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Unlike areas to the north, there is little agricultural demand for compost and mulch.
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Commentary On the call, Subramaniam said the company is growing revenue in the most premium areas of the global economy.
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Berhalter tied it in the 49th minute by running on to a loose ball about 20 yards from the net for a vicious strike.
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In the fall, Irwin had 163 catches for 1,903 yards and 27 touchdowns to help JSerra (28-0) claim the CIF-SS Division 1 title.
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In Fischer’s version, early immigrants from four different regions of Great Britain established cultures in different regions of the American colonies.
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While pizza trails many of the other foods, it was selected by more people in the Northeast than in other regions of the country.
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The campus includes a towering museum that covers the political and personal realms of the nation’s first Black president and first lady, while public spaces include a branch of the Chicago Public Library, a playground and athletic center, basketball courts and a picnic area with grills.
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The campus includes a towering museum that covers the political and personal realms of the nation’s first Black president and first lady, while public spaces include a branch of the Chicago Public Library, a playground and athletic center, basketball courts and a picnic area with grills.
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Specifically targeting underserved areas, the parks will be at the San Joaquin River Parkway, Dust Bowl Camp, and Feather River Park in Yuba County.
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However, some of those were unrelated to the parks themselves, and is still just a tiny fraction of the millions of people who visit the parks annually.
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It is sold on street corners from vendors with large gourds, and also seen mixed with spirits on cocktail menus in upscale restaurants throughout the state.
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England won five corners in the additional 6 minutes at the end.
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So physical capacity is critical, starting with these four domains.
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Equipped with advanced sensor suites, sonobuoy processing systems, and secure communications networks, the aircraft provides commanders with a comprehensive operational picture across expansive maritime domains.
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“Demesnes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demesnes. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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