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as in adopts
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as in habituates
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Sheep in the Box is is set in the near future in which a couple adopts a state-of-the-art humanoid as their son, while Look Back is adapted from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s eponymous bestselling manga about two girls pursuing their dreams of becoming manga artists.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
1 Jan. 2026 -
Translating Anthony Burgess’s stylized, dystopian novel for the screen, Kubrick adopts a playful, formal approach that combines colorful, futuristic exuberance with rapid-fire editing, changes in camera speed, and a garish production design that melds space-age and Georgian-era aesthetics.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
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That’s the way of the football world — everybody borrows from each other.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Jan. 2026
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Retro design roots The cyberdeck borrows heavily from early mobile computing.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Jan. 2026
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Available in multiple denim washes, from light to dark, this option easily adapts to different seasons and settings.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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The lawsuit argues the freeze violated federal law, including the Administrative Procedure Act and constitutional limits on executive power and how Congress appropriates funds.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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The state appropriates funds for the voucher program at the beginning of the fiscal year and then seeks federal reimbursement.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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The new plan adjusts a person’s payments based on their income, with repayments ranging from 10 to 25 years.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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The device itself uses a button array designed for rapid input, with low-latency LEDs for clear visual cues in play and an adaptive difficulty system that adjusts challenges based on performance.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Jan. 2026
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Jokic usurps Nurkic Jusuf Nurkic became Jokic’s first backup center in unceremonious fashion, getting benched by Michael Malone 25 games into his third season.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
20 Oct. 2025
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This week's batch of songs includes classics like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, paired with visuals that help kids learn more about team work and familiarizes bedtime routines.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
8 Aug. 2025
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Its program embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion alongside educational excellence.—
Ray Domanico,
Washington Post,
9 Jan. 2026
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However, this model recalls the small living movement's roots with a compact cabin-like dwelling that runs off-the-grid and embraces rustic styling.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Naturalizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturalizes. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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