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Recent Examples of slabs
Persistent slabs are one of nine types of avalanches, which include storm slab, deep persistent slab, wet slab, wet loose, dry loose, cornice fall and glide avalanche.
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Richard Ramos, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Richard Ramos, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slabs
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Many of America’s busiest air traffic control towers still rely on paper flight strips to track aircraft movements.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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DiMaria says it can be grilled or pan-seared, then cut into strips or cubes for a main dish.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
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There were also die-offs of seals, sea lions and marine birds, Leising said, probably from a combination of a lack of food and harmful algal blooms, and less food out there for baleen whales.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Gardeners love these fluffy flowers for their layers upon layers of soft petals and long-lasting blooms.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 June 2026
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There are scarlet curtains, rows and rows of empty chairs that give off a Shining vibe, and grand wooden beams on the ceiling.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
18 June 2026
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Volvo engineers took those lessons and used them to design newer car models with an emphasis on extra-strong A-pillars roof beams, and windshield retention.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
18 June 2026
Noun
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But for me, all my favorite bands, their debut album and sophomore album are very different.—
Carita Rizzo,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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What has changed is public access to the data as today, people can measure HRV through smartwatches, fitness bands, chest straps and health apps.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Dearica Hamby was limited to 12 points and nine rebounds, while Nneka Ogwumike added 10 points and eight boards.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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That might be because teams are using the breaks to deliver instructions, with several managers pulling out tactic boards to help coach their players midway through each half.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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“Slabs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slabs. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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