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If a mostly inexperienced pitching staff steps up, the Trojans will be extremely dangerous by the time the playoffs roll around.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026 -
Make this chowder ahead of time by completing the first two steps up to three days in advance.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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Along with several other teachers, Aziz is put on administrative leave and forced to eventually defend himself in a kangaroo court, where a state attorney mounts evidence of Aziz’s supposedly seditious behavior.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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Waymo mounts its sensors on Jaguar SUVs.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Feb. 2026
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Our guiding principle throughout this process has been to secure a transaction that maximizes the value of our iconic assets and our century-old studio while delivering as much certainty as possible for our investors.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
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Oakwood maximizes every square foot, with creative layouts and flex spaces that serve as home offices, classrooms, or playrooms—reflecting the realities of remote work, multi-generational living, and evolving needs after the pandemic.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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One pedal driving enhances efficiency through regenerative braking.—
Scotty Reiss,
Parents,
24 Feb. 2026
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These form a periodic stack that enhances optoelectronic properties.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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The luxurious touch of velvet elevates any look, while the thick straps and flat sole give it a practical element.—
Ana Serrano,
Glamour,
28 Feb. 2026
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While Western-style utility knives can make similar cuts, what really sets the petty knife apart is its pronounced heel—the part of the blade that elevates the handle off the cutting board.—
Jesse Raub,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Ramps (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramps%20%28up%29. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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