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The application jump-starts a city-approvals process, complete with public hearings, where the City Council would have the final say over what can and can’t be built.—
Rose Evans
January 8,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026 -
Something jump-starts inside her.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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In The Geomagician, fossil hunter Mary instead accidentally resurrects a baby pterosaur—and refuses to hand it over to the Geomagical Society of London, despite her desperation to join the all-male organization.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Mar. 2026
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Cross the river and Williamsburg’s Bedford Avenue corridor resurrects the old Barneys edit.—
Paul Jebara,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Jan. 2026
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And for the theatrical exhibition business, any merger revives concerns about an even greater decrease in films headed to theaters — particularly if the winning bidder is Netflix.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Petrosian’s presence revives the murkiness of Russia’s participation.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The beginning of the year revitalizes you from the inside out, as Venus and Mars move through your sign, igniting a personal renaissance where your confidence, magnetism and sense of agency surge.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Honest conversations open doors as fiery Mars revitalizes your 3rd House of Communication, assisting you in saying what matters without losing your upbeat spirit.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2026
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The brand’s formulations are crafted without parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or harsh chemicals, reflecting Cartwright’s commitment to clean skincare that gently rejuvenates and locks in moisture.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
11 Dec. 2025
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The former helps to destroy acne-causing bacteria and reduce sebum production, while the latter rejuvenates and soothes, making for a comprehensive three-minute treatment to calm and clarify skin.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
26 Nov. 2025
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Play bravely so joy recharges your creative core.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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These leaves are essential for photosynthesis, which recharges the bulb for next year’s flowers.—
Clarence Schmidt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Kick-starts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick-starts. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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