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a little

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some
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Even though temperatures have fallen a little since then, some parts of the UK have still persistently reached 30C.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

Following the 2-1 victory at AT&T Stadium, Norway’s all-time leading scorer decided he wanted to add a little Texas style to his look before departing for East Rutherford, N.J., for the next round.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

It would have been perfectly understandable and even a little poetic if the Rolling Stones had ended their career as a studio band with the 2016 covers set “Blue & Lonesome.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

Lately, however, some strategists have begun to wonder whether these great expectations might be a little too optimistic.

From MarketWatch Jul. 14, 2026

Just before he leaves Cavendish, Dr. Harlow gives Phineas a little test.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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