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Attacking teams have weaponised blocking to target specific zonal markers and facilitate runs for their best headers of the ball.—
Graham Scott,
New York Times,
11 May 2026 -
And after carrying some double-headers in recent weeks, NBC curiously opted to air only single games on Monday and Tuesday this week (the series openers of Knicks-76ers and Lakers-OKC), and stuck its two other playoff games those nights on Peacock.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Two aviation courses are expected to take place, including water drops, passenger loading, cargo handling and refining communications, according to a release.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Lee announces the drops via Dover Sole Market’s Instagram stories Wednesday or Thursday for Saturday and Sunday pickup.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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This is the Land of Waterfalls, home to more than 250 falls, including the majestic Triple Falls, which played a starring role in The Hunger Games.—
Belinda Luksic,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
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Preventing head injury − including wearing a helmet for biking and sports, wearing a seatbelt and preventing falls − can keep your brain healthier in the long-run, the organization notes.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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The outlet noted that self-service soda stations have long been associated with spills, sticky floors and extra cleanup for employees.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
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In case of spills, the liquid should be blotted with a paper towel or cloth.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2026
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“Swan dives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swan%20dives. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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