as in heads
the upper or front part of the body that contains the brain, the major sense organs, and the mouth
the detective had an odd habit of scratching the side of his nob whenever he asked a question
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one of high position or importance within a group
all of the London's political nobs were there for the dedication of the memorial
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The proposal, covering more than 160 commercial parcels and nearly $7 million in services over five years, heads to City Hall as residents demand clarity on who will benefit.
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Shower heads, curtains, and liners should be cleaned every month or two, depending on how often your shower is used.
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The Miami Herald’s three-part NBA Draft preview concludes with a look at the bigs who are expected to be selected in the Heat’s range in the first round (if Miami keeps the pick).
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Almost all the point guards are likely gone at that point, but there are some intriguing bigs on the market in the early 20s.
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Embolomers looked like a cross between a crocodile and an eel, with large skulls full of sharp teeth, followed by long, eel-like bodies.
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Breakfast browse Twins Mercy and Goodness were born with their skulls fused together.
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.
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Another video showed the carriage flipping over with the remaining passengers inside after its wheels struck another carriage at the park.
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Key Takeaways Eating a fiber-rich dinner with foods like beans, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains can help support regular bowel movements.
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Many vegetable crops tolerate juglone and can be planted close to walnut trees, including corn, squash, beans, melons, and carrots.
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Inside the Alif Institute, fans packed into the Arab cultural center in Embry Hills with the fervor of a stadium’s fan section as two World Cup heavyweights, Morocco and Brazil, faced off to a 1-1 draw.
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Also on Wednesday, Harry Kane of England and Croatia's Luka Modrić square off in a Group L match of heavyweights.
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Filling a National Battle Depot with spare parts (or even spare modules--like a few spare bows or bow domes for Virginia Class submarines) will force the PAEs to really exercise their new authorities.
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.
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In any year, in any culture, there are no antagonists (save for Nazis) better suited as action cinema heavies; rooting against child trafficking lowlifes is moral, easy, and best of all, a completely guiltless pleasure.
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However, on season 2 of Twin Peaks, the actress played Miss Jones, the right-hand woman for one of the series' heavies, Thomas Eckhardt (the late David Warner).
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“Nobs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nobs. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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