as in until
during the period before and continuing to (a particular time)
She was unsure of what to do and deliberated up to the last moment about whether to accept the job offer.
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For example, individual filers can receive up to $994, couples filing jointly can receive $1,491, and those providing essential care to SSI recipients can receive up to $498.
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Asher Notheis, The Washington Examiner, 29 Mar. 2026
Its camera system leverages Google AI to ensure everyone looks their best, while its Adaptive Battery can stretch up to 100 hours in Extreme Battery Saver mode.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
Jerusalem's smaller synagogues, mosques and churches are also open to groups of up to 50 people — if they are located close to a shelter or a safe space.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Most years, the amount ranges between 200,000 and 300,000 cubic yards, which roughly equals up to 20 dump-truck loads.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
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Asher Notheis, The Washington Examiner, 29 Mar. 2026
Its camera system leverages Google AI to ensure everyone looks their best, while its Adaptive Battery can stretch up to 100 hours in Extreme Battery Saver mode.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
Jerusalem's smaller synagogues, mosques and churches are also open to groups of up to 50 people — if they are located close to a shelter or a safe space.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Most years, the amount ranges between 200,000 and 300,000 cubic yards, which roughly equals up to 20 dump-truck loads.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
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