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as in varnishing
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as in painting
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Like most ’80s metal heroes who briefly lost their way in the late ’90s, Megadeth have spent the 21st century varnishing their legacy with what’s tried and true, delivering eight LPs since 2001 that all basically sound the same.
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Until 1813, the Raphael Loggia was open to the elements and suffered damage from rain and exposure, said Paolo Violini, in charge of painting restoration at the Vatican Museums.
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In Idaho, vistas of the Smoky Mountains rising above alpine lakes look like a Bob Ross painting come to life.
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At the same time, textbooks and museums slowly but surely are eliminating or whitewashing the history of slavery.
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However, the other signs of whitewashing — multiple, vague but positive reviews — were not present.
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In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment.
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The touchscreen allows for easy controls and lets users visually preview the design before embroidering starts.
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For Esther, too, braiding hair in South Africa had been the best option.
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Ogunbiyi saw similarities between the process of braiding and sewing—a meticulous and repetitive action that could be automated—and began to envision a solution.
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Sustainability is a priority at Sal Salis, with the 16 eco-luxury safari tents designed for minimal impact, just metres from the largest fringing reef in the world, its barefoot luxury as nature intended.
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An easy 10-minute swim will have you on the fringing reef, with slivers of multi-coloured fish, gliding turtles and epic coral formations.
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Not long after, a banner made by Algerian fans was hanging behind one of the goals.
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An olive tree with wraparound seating anchors the patio, while an interior bar with hanging plants offers TVs that screen live sports.
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“Gilding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gilding. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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