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subclasses

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plural of subclass

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Some are high, some low, some wide, some narrow, and there are also cobblestone sections.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
The Colorado Department of Transportation also reported substantial flood damage to highways in the region, with sections of roadway undermined by floodwaters.

— Brian Maass, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of sections

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But the roadway is already the primary street for several subdivisions, including the Brookstone Apartments, which has over 220 units, and the Mallard Grove housing subdivision, which has 114 homes.

— DIAMOND VENCES, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
The highway department will strategically apply salt to intersections, hills, bridges and curbs in subdivisions, but aim for conserving on other stretches of subdivision roads.

— Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026

Definition of subdivisions

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Holt Renfrew shoppers can also purchase a selection of caviars, including Baeri, Kaluga, and Royal Ossetra varieties along with mother-of-pearl caviar spoons, ceramic ashtrays, and other collectibles.

— Miles Socha, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2026
However, removing these roses frees up space, reduces fungal disease and makes room for vigorous varieties that bring pure joy.

— Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of varieties

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As if Helen were not already obviously out of sorts, her knowing less about the mission than Laila does and being wholly unprepared to crack a high-end safe makes the whole evening a bit much.

— Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026
The Timberwolves were out of sorts for most of a 119-114 loss to Golden State on Wednesday, before regrouping behind their new star Ball and the two-way excellence of McDaniels.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of sorts

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For families Some room types offer additional space with pull-out sofas or room for a pack and play (available upon request).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
Firstman excels at highlighting the absurdity of celebrity and the pretension of coastal media types.

— Matt Donnelly, Variety, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of types

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The three Democrats appeared side by side in a display of unity between two branches of government with a sometimes-prickly relationship.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Foliage grows on branches spreading out in tall canopies, while shrub growth is lower to the ground.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2026

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