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Noun
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In the canonical metaphorical example, a butterfly flaps its wings in Brazil, and the cascading sequence of atmospheric perturbations leads to a tornado in Texas.—
Dan Garisto,
Scientific American,
22 Oct. 2025 -
By comparing the forward and backward series of operations, the new algorithm can see the effects of this perturbation throughout the molecule and so model the molecule as a whole.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
21 Oct. 2025
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Sleep also plays a major role in emotional regulation and cognitive performance as insufficient sleep can impair attention, decision-making and reaction time while also increasing irritability and sensitivity to stress.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
1 Mar. 2026
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With withdrawal, adolescents can suffer greater anxiety and irritability.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Pet owners should be vigilant because this is an accident-prone day for your pet.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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If your pet requires special attention, such as medication or other specific services during the trip, that could also affect the cost of hiring a nanny.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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To scale up on the theme, add curtains or drapery for a peekaboo moment, and pique curiosity by scentscaping with candles or glass diffusers that exude notes of cedarwood and dark florals such as jasmine.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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The administration has tried everything in its toolbox to stop it, based on not data or studies or anything much beyond rich-old-man pique.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
3 Mar. 2026
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The official felt as though the public had been misled to believe this was about personal resentments.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Families have seen how silence can lead to misinterpretation, resentment among siblings or prolonged disputes.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Pretty Lethal starts in a rehearsal space somewhere in America, with a troupe of prima ballerinas who are headed to a showcase in Budapest but are clearly having trouble synchronizing their efforts.—
Jada Yuan,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2026
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Opt instead for cushions that can be stored or durable outdoor pillowsmade with weather-resistant materials that add a little charm without the trouble.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Wisconsin’s John Blackwell and Nick Boyd, who had fueled a February upset of the Illini, pounced.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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The big story on Oscars night is Scorsese at long last winning Best Picture and Best Director, but the second-biggest story is that Damon wins his second Oscar — after winning for co-writing Good Will Hunting — in an upset over Forest Whitaker for The Last King of Scotland.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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The immediate physical toll of these attacks — manifesting as respiratory distress and chemical burns to the eyes and throat — may only be the precursor to a more permanent health crisis.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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After one KatyCat expressed feelings of distress on social media, the pop star showed up in their comments to send some love.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Snappishness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snappishness. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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