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as in archive
a place where books, periodicals, and records are kept for use but not for sale I went to the library to do some research for my report

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Recent Examples of library The initiative will work to create safer conditions citywide and will also expand access to libraries and parks, create employment opportunities for young people and increase affordable housing. Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Aug. 2025 At the close of each semester at my small liberal arts college, students bury themselves in the library, staking out study rooms, flipping through stacks of books and notes, and squinting at laptop screens. Moira Gleason, National Review, 24 July 2025 Last year, the library donated more than 800 school supplies to The Villages Elementary of Lady Lake, located on Rolling Acres Road. Donations can be dropped off during regular business hours at the library, 225 W. Guava St. Details: ladylakefl.gov. Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 July 2025 The show's entire library previously lived on HBO Max for the last five years. Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 23 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for library
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  • Further Reading See the archive for past and future posts.
    New York Times Games, New York Times, 26 July 2025
  • The Arizona Republic's extensive photo archives highlight the humble beginnings of metro Phoenix and document the incredible growth and change that have occurred since then.
    Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
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  • The Department resumed collections in May and plans to begin wage garnishment by the end of summer.
    Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
  • The brand is launching Open Water, a collection of apparel and accessories for active men and women.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 28 July 2025

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“Library.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/library. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.

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