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River otters are not to be confused with sea otters, which live in the ocean, bays and harbors and can grow to be up to five feet and 100 pounds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
The Russell Group itself said there was "always some flexibility in admissions decisions", and that this "should not be confused with lowering standards".
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Even so, as the line between investing and gambling grows increasingly blurry, it’s understandable that some consumers might get confused.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
Pirro briefly confused these two roles recently, and it almost cost her her employment.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
Gingersnipes squinted at the faintly glowing forest, confused.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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