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Because many older communities delayed maintenance for decades to keep dues low, some boards had to issue large special assessments to cover the shortfall.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
The associations that care for the common spaces in many neighborhoods and condos typically pool money from dues and special assessments to cover operating costs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
Translink is running special day return bus services from towns and cities across Northern Ireland.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
In March, Trump appointed Adams as the special presidential envoy for American tourism, exceptionalism and values — a position created for him after his nomination as ambassador to Malaysia stalled the previous year.
From Salon ● Aug. 1, 2026
“You’ve been recruited for a special assignment,” the CO said to Mae and me, skipping any pleasantries or welcomes.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
Since his supposed cancellation, he’s self-produced several stand-up specials, including 2020’s “Sincerely Louis C.K.,” which won a Grammy for best comedy album.
From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026
I filmed tons of specials for different networks and streamers in my home and outdoors.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
The house played host to some iconic scenes throughout the Ruth Jones and James Corden sitcom's original three series run, and in later specials.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
But a good bet is Zikrayat, which will be showing the games on five big-screen TVs and offering food and hookah specials for the duration.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
I was disgusted and wondered why I couldn’t live with a regular family and have a nice, quiet Christmas like everyone I saw in holiday specials on television.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
Vocabulary lists containing special
"The Lotus Seed"
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Century 21 Accounting, 9e, Chapters 4-7
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"Glencoe Accounting: Real-World Applications & Connections," Vocabulary from Chapter 11
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