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That displaced—pushed away—millions of gallons of water.

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Since erupting more than two years ago, the war has killed tens of thousands of people, displaced nearly 12 million and triggered a hunger crisis.

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Building these cars’ batteries and keeping them charged is guaranteed to produce more emissions than they can displace in their lifetimes.

Joy Chen, executive director of the network, cited recent surveys that found 70% of insured survivors have encountered delays and denials, while 8 in 10 Eaton and Palisades fire survivors are still displaced.

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The city has been a hub for people displaced by the war, and prices are high.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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