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Honey scans all successful discount codes used on a specific website and automatically applies them at checkout.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026 -
Franny scans the cabin, searching for something else to talk about, something that will keep them in each other's presence, if only for a little while longer.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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In an episode 4 scene, Sadie Sink's Max peruses through Vecna's memories, seeing a younger Joyce passing out flyers for the school play Oklahoma, which is a big plot point in the ST stage play.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Dec. 2025
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King peruses several cookbooks before settling on Richard Olney’s Lulu’s Provencal Table.—
Elizabeth Wellington,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 Aug. 2025
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During this evaluation, a specialist inspects the home’s exterior — including the roof, vents, siding, and surrounding vegetation — to identify vulnerabilities, particularly for ember ignition, and suggests mitigation measures.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Mar. 2026
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Max Wilcox, the owner, said Frosty Club inspects its flower before shipping it overnight directly to retailers.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Skims (through).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skims%20%28through%29. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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