in brief
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Rather than sleeping through one long stretch each night, mice typically sleep in brief episodes lasting only several minutes, scattered throughout the day and night.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
But, in brief remarks after an afternoon White House meeting, Trump appeared pleased.
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
In wet winters, the valleys beyond town awaken in color as sand verbena, desert sunflower, evening primrose and pincushion gather in brief, luminous blooms across the desert floor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 7, 2026
Both companies, in brief statements, say they are in talks on a merger that could lead to Rio buying shares of Glencore in an all-stock deal.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 9, 2026
It appeared in brief flashes between partygoers—two wolves chasing each other, destined to move in circles for as long as the Ice Court stood.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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