as in to develop
to express more fully and in greater detail
a lengthy follow-up that fleshes out the original report on the military engagement
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Researchers developed a new approach, the constant inner potential density functional theory, which enables the inclusion of the electrode potential in the simulation of semiconductor electrochemistry.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
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While other forwards struggled to develop synergy with new linemates, Cowan made chemistry with those around him look easy.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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Other bank expansions in Charlotte Several other banks have been expanding in the Charlotte region, too.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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Production plans call for an initial deployment of dozens of units this year, scaling to thousands annually as manufacturing capacity expands.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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The new role, the city spokesperson said, will supplement the team of nurse case managers who already assist with severe or complex workers’ compensation claims.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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In some cases, entire families sign up to record video, speech and images for AI training to supplement their income.—
NILESH CHRISTOPHER LOS ANGELES TIMES,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Flesh (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flesh%20%28out%29. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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