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as in intrusion
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as in swelling
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National security officials have long argued that the law is vital for disrupting terrorist plots, foreign espionage, international drug trafficking and cyber intrusions.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026 -
Matt Floca, the performing arts institution’s new president, is leading a series of tours this month that show water damage and intrusion to expansion joints, marble slabs and exterior pavers.—
Steven Sloan,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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When used for bruises or swelling, arnica gel can work within a few hours to two days.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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The comfy gel pad cushions your joints, and provides gentle compression to reduce pain and swelling.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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By 2024, both Suno and its competing music generation platform Udio were sued by the Big Three major music companies in tandem, with the labels alleging mass copyright infringement.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
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Naturally, Yuga Labs sued Ripps, and his partner Cahen, alleging false advertising, trademark infringement, and cybersquatting.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
21 Sep. 2025
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These cells cause vascular dilatation, resulting in crimson skin tone that is associated with niacin usage.—
Amber Smith,
Discover Magazine,
11 Oct. 2022
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Iran disagrees strongly, and called Israel's ongoing attacks in Lebanon a violation of the ongoing two-week ceasefire between Tehran and Washington.—
April 16,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Rodgers echoed Kelly’s trepidations by arguing that the city should take more explicit actions under code that already exists to protect against ordinance violations.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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These puffs are flavored with Gruyere, dry mustard, and cayenne.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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That’s where portable dry shampoo formulas—especially puffs—really shine, by streamlining the entire experience.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2026
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Her more than a decade long relationship with Max has come to a dead end, though Morgan’s transgressions with the crime ring have caused more issues than anticipated.—
Francesca Gariano,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Under some guise of urgency—an unpaid fine or other transgression—the victim would be directed to download an app that closely mimics the institution’s real one.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
7 Apr. 2026
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Swapping cabinet knobs, drawer pulls and towel hooks is a fast way to modernize the space.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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Update Your Mirror or Hardware Swapping cabinet knobs, drawer pulls and towel hooks is a quick project that refreshes the room without a renovation.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Obtrusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtrusion. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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