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Adverb
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On Next Generation, the crew members of the Enterprise are all heterosexual and most primly single.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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The Doncic absence prevents the Lakers from properly evaluating their roster against playoff competition, complicating their ability to assess key personnel needs for the offseason.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Focus on alternative ways to cool a home, like using ceiling fans, properly insulating the house, and closing your blinds to reduce heat gain.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2026
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“Prudishly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudishly. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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