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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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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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However, when Victor accidentally resurrects a dead Victorian-era woman named Emily (Helena Bonham Carter), he's transported to the much more lively Land of the Dead — ultimately forcing him to choose between his mortal fiancée and his new corpse bride.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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The combination of the formula's acidic component, which dissolves stains and the mild abrasive, which lifts the texture, effectively revives old cookware.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
27 Jan. 2026
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Trump revives campaign pledge to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, potentially saving Americans billions.—
Ken Sweet,
Los Angeles Times,
10 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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This world-first 737-800NG combi not only revitalizes the airline’s operations but may inspire similar adaptations for other remote-market carriers, breathing new life into the versatile 737-800 platform.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
14 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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How Aura moves and recharges on its own Movement is a big part of Aura's role in the home.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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But the aquifer is particularly vulnerable to depletion and only recharges a few inches every year, one study estimated.—
Kayla Branch,
The Frontier,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Kick-starts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick-starts. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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