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as in hanging on
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2
as in chowing (down)
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3
as in curling up
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DeBolt, who’d been keeping up with his adventures on Facebook, was especially concerned when Alberti faced flooding in Thailand that forced him to wait out dangerous water levels for days.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026 -
This can sometimes take months and requires keeping up with soil amendments so the plant doesn't revert back to its old hue.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Cozying up in this boucle accent chair will feel like curling up in your favorite throw blanket.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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The straight-leg, trouser-leg design looks more polished than typical yoga pants, and the buttery-soft fabric is stretchy and perfect for curling up on a long flight.—
Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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One was Buck Strickland, Hank Hill’s philandering boss, who has many of LBJ’s characteristics including carrying on conversations while on the toilet.—
Stephen Rodrick,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
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Now, Françoise is carrying on his legacy.—
Michael Soncin,
Vanity Fair,
9 June 2026
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“Digging in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digging%20in. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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