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Recent Examples of Synonyms for looking down (on)
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One of the consultants that worked on the study for Pompano concluded last year that neighboring Deerfield Beach would save between $250 million and $900 million a year by cutting ties with BSO, which the city ultimately decided to do.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026 -
Exceptions include Yellowstone and neighboring Grand Teton National Park, where hunting is prohibited and wolves are a major attraction for millions of tourists.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Accessibility Massive Caesars does accessibility right with ramps adjoining its various levels, accessible guest rooms with lots of space for power wheelchairs, and moveable chairs at slots machines and table games.—
Andrea Bennett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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Further, nearby Walmart, Stop & Shop supermarket, Comfort Inn, and adjoining Motel 6 drive consistent traffic to the area, according to Marcus & Millichap.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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And while North Texas is typically wetter than other parts of the state, recent maps show drought conditions in several areas including South and West Texas — and even counties bordering Oklahoma.—
Lana Ferguson,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Units from the Mexican army and the National Guard established a ground cordon, while six helicopters and additional special forces stood by in states bordering Jalisco.—
María Verza,
Fortune,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Looking down (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looking%20down%20%28on%29. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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