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Root deflects credit for its hilarity.
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My aunt is easily offended and deflects any criticism, while my dad avoids confrontation at any cost.
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The lids are made with Rubbermaid’s BPA-free StainShield plastic, which resists odors and stains without warping in the dishwasher.
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This looser-fitting top sits right at the waistband and is made of a durable nylon and elastane blend that resists wear and tear (justifying the price point).
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Each rocker is made from all-weather high- density polyethylene (HDPE) that withstands rain, snow, and wind and resists fading, cracking, and rot.
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Loved for its beautiful summer flowers and attractive bark, crepe myrtle displays superb heat tolerance and has an adaptable root system that withstands a range of growing conditions.
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The workers' group opposes Ryder's Law, which will sever the main income source for many of the heavily immigrant owners and drivers.
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Your voice is not wasted, and vote-splitting cannot hand the seat to a candidate the majority opposes.
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“Wards (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wards%20%28off%29. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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