as in consumes
to have complete control over
sewed up the available openings so that no one else had a chance to play golf
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Reducing the need for permanent port fuel infrastructure To support continuous operations, the platform consumes roughly 16,500 to 17,600 pounds of hydrogen per week, stored in modular, ISO-compatible low-pressure containers integrated into the floating structure.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
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When supply tightens in a state that still consumes tens of millions of gallons a day, prices become more volatile and more expensive.—
Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh,
Oc Register,
31 May 2026
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But if everyone possesses the same technological advantage, technical proficiency alone will no longer distinguish students.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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FNPPs leverage shipyard capacity and regulatory expertise, with approximately 75% of total value added associated with the Balance of Plant—areas where the Greek maritime-industrial base already possesses relevant capabilities.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
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The team has only one main pitcher, Taylor Tinsley, who’s spent the most time in the circle in the NCAA tournament with 29-1/3 innings pitched.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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For example some restaurants, such as the main restaurant ALBA, can be set up with ramps, while the hotel has wheelchairs available onsite that are suited to hard surfaces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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But that’s exactly how unlimited campaign spending monopolizes our politics.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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But that’s exactly how unlimited campaign spending monopolizes our politics.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
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