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Adverb
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Built for autonomous and networked warfare One of the XM30’s defining features is its optionally manned capability.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Apr. 2026 -
The exterior is finished in wood, and it can optionally be paired with a deck to extend living space.—
Adam Williams
March 26,
New Atlas,
26 Mar. 2026
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He would, however, be gladly welcomed there, in strict compliance with the rules of the sanctuary, where no physical interaction between humans and great apes is allowed.—
Blanche Marcel,
Vanity Fair,
30 Apr. 2026
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The other women gladly step up to the plate, but that doesn’t stop them from using the moments leading up to the give-back as an opportunity to further gossip about Pinky’s dietary choices.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
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Seek a safe place to shelter, preferably indoors.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Seek a safe place to shelter, preferably indoors.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
3 May 2026
Adverb
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Six took up redistricting voluntarily, one was required to by its state constitution and another did so under court order.—
David A. Lieb,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Previously under the impression Gali had voluntarily extended her military service, Orna learns she was actually discharged early, then entered some shady deals with her ex-comrades.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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“Desirably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirably. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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