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as in influenced
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
the pressure of final exams is beginning to tell on the students in the dorm
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as in talked
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
detectives convinced the perpetrators in custody to tell on their associates
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Having grown up in the Philippines and surrounded by the music her parents loved, Leus saw an opportunity to pay homage to the artists who influenced her life while also raising awareness of Filipino music and artists from both older and newer generations.
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Any perception that contracts, tax incentives or agency appointments are being influenced by political pressure could create a broader problem for an island competing for manufacturing or pharmaceutical projects.
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Among the directors, the class captures several of the year’s most talked-about filmmakers.
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But his cousin was a police reserve officer and talked him into joining in 1984.
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Street vendors offer lower prices compared to his, which have been affected by high inflation.
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There was not a single prospect available, or even theoretically available, who would have positively affected winning in the immediate future more than Lendeborg.
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They were informed about the body from a 911 call.
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Prioritize safety, stay impeccably informed, and assume responsibility to shield lives and property.
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While the original impressed us with its ability to enhance product absorption and boost radiance, the new Booster Pro X2 doubles down with stronger output, dual-electrode technology, and seven treatment modes designed to improve everything from dull skin to large pores.
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In our full review, we were impressed by the Ryzen AI Max processor's ability to leverage system RAM as VRAM for high-end graphics performance without a dedicated GPU.
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The State of Colorado is mourning this tremendous loss alongside everyone who was impacted by Lynn.
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The Federal Reserve has found around 60 colleges are closing every year, a rate that has ramped up significantly over the past decade and almost exclusively impacted private institutions with small student bodies.
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The agency also suggested washing items and surfaces that may have touched the formula using hot, soapy water or a dishwasher.
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One also alleged Busfield touched his genitals several times, according to the criminal complaint.
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Officers said a shot was fired from an adjacent apartment and a child was struck.
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Robinson’s personal effort to reclaim her joy quickly struck a chord with other women who longed to reconnect with the carefree days of their youth.
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“Told (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/told%20%28on%29. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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