as in to taper off
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Another option patients may pursue is to slowly taper off the drugs over about three to six months and to focus on reinforcing lifestyle choices that support goals for overall health and weight maintenance.—
Amy J. Sheer,
The Conversation,
5 Feb. 2026 -
Opponents start the race with a massive acceleration buff relative to the player that seems to taper off over the course of the session.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
4 Feb. 2026
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And with Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon—considered the four major hyperscalers—projected to spend an eye-watering $700 billion on AI build-outs in 2026, these prices are unlikely to decrease anytime soon.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Some teachers might use carts for a year or two instead of having their own classroom, but the district’s demographic study shows enrollment will continue to decrease, so that problem will go away.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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However, prices have moderated a bit recently, leaving precious metal investors wondering if silver is still a smart investment.—
Aly J Yale,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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But some analysts say Iran's unprecedented weakness at home could diminish the flexibility of its country's leadership to make the kinds of compromises necessary for a deal.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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The emergence of cable, podcasts and streaming audio and video platforms — none of which are subject to FCC restrictions in terms of content — have greatly diminished traditional broadcast media’s dominance in the marketplace.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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While the heaviest fighting has subsided, the ceasefire has seen almost daily Israeli fire.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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The heaviest fighting has subsided, but the fragile ceasefire has seen almost daily Israeli fire.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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To lessen the confusion during the long weekend, here are the businesses and establishments, such as banks and post offices, that will be open during the federal holiday.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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The strategy not only reduces costs but also lessens Chinese companies’ exposure to geopolitical risks.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Die (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/die%20%28down%29. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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