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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nail (down)
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Venter said there was no evidence to prove that covid-19 had been manipulated in a lab, nor was there any indication the virus had been spreading before December 2019 anywhere outside of China.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2025 -
Kennedy’s actions are potentially deadly, and the CDC has the data to prove it.—
Michael A. Hiltzik,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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Brands are also showing interest in using LaundRE in their reshoring plans by importing garments from places like Bangladesh and Pakistan and finishing them locally in small quantities to reduce overbuying and waste.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
25 June 2025
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While the salary cap had only increased by 5% since 2020, slides showed a 60% percent increase in signing bonuses and 42% increase in salary guarantees.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
25 June 2025
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For this historic journey, Kipyegon utilized male pacers to help establish the pace of the race.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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And the state Riley Act, also passed in 1933, required California local governments to establish a building department and inspect new construction.—
Rong-Gong Lin II,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
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Tuesday’s vote was merely a primary to determine who will be representing the Democratic Party.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
25 June 2025
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Authorities have stated that details about the motive and sequence of events will be determined through the ongoing investigation.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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These moves demonstrate Constellation’s ability to adapt to evolving preferences while maintaining relevance across both traditional and emerging categories.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Huge crowds and great joy demonstrated how proud South Florida is of its hockey team.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
30 June 2025
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The number represents more than one-fifth of the roughly 15 million Californians insured under the state’s low-income health program.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
27 June 2025
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Hazel was charged with engaging police in pursuit, interfering with police, reckless driving, possession of cocaine with intent to sell, possession of a narcotic substance with intent to sell, first-degree reckless endangerment, evading responsibility and failure to insure a motor vehicle.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2025
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Made with a titanium barrel, these curling irons heat the hair from within, ensuring minimal damage while providing a long-lasting hold.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Both vessel types are great options, but taking your personal travel style, priorities, and pace into account will ensure a dream vacation to remember.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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After years on the race’s waitlist, Gibbard finally secured his spot in early June.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
30 June 2025
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Four documentary projects secured SEA-DOC funding, with three productions receiving S$30,000 ($23,512) each and one post-production project awarded S$20,000 ($15,675).—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
30 June 2025
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“Nail (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nail%20%28down%29. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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