as in pursues
to go in search of
engineers are still shopping around for solutions to several critical flaws in the aircraft's design
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Carolina pursues its first championship since 2006.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
2 June 2026 -
The ruling closes a financial front in Britain’s asylum fight as Starmer’s government pursues new border controls, while Rwanda acknowledges the decision but highlights a dissent underscoring the case’s legal complexity.—
Mike Corder,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Although there are important legal caveats, Monday’s ruling for Sorsby could incentivize other college athletes who the NCAA seeks to punish for gambling to borrow Sorsby’s playbook and sue the collegiate governing body.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2026
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However, the company seeks to expand to a broader group.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Suddenly, sensing my presence, François looks up.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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Greta keeps her grasp and looks up at Miranda's face.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Shops (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shops%20%28for%29. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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