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Recent Examples of postdates
Crucially, because the Huayuan site postdates the Sinsk event and represents deeper parts of the ocean, the collection indicates that deep-water environments were a refuge for organisms during mass extinction.
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Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 1 May 2026
Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for postdates
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Elkann, a keen offshore sailor himself, says Hypersail follows in the footsteps of Ferrari’s passion for endurance, drawing inspiration from the Ferrari 499P hypercar, which has won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans three years in a row since the team’s return to endurance racing in 2023.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Publix follows all federal, state and local laws.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2026
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The AQRe Project replaces this outdated model with a digital blockchain system that provides real-time traceability.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Remi replaces that process with satellite imagery and LIDAR (light detection and ranging), which together map the geometry, pitch, and surface area of a roof without anyone setting foot on the property.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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Staffiere succeeds Michael Colombo, who led the Lancers to their first Div.—
Tyler McManus,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2026
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Finn succeeds outgoing president John Rakich, who led the guild for five years, including through the COVID-19 pandemic and a period of global growth.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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“Postdates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/postdates. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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