a certain

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Palantir brings a certain arrogance—largely deserved—and it sees its Artificial Intelligence Platform, or AIP, as the only correct way to implement AI tools within the enterprise.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

There’s a certain genre of pantry items that feels, if not immortal, then at least immune to the normal rules of time.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

Earnings above a certain level aren’t taxed for Social Security — in 2026, that amount is $184,500 — so raising that cap would bring in more revenue from workers with higher incomes.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

The academic said a licensing regime – similar to the sale of alcohol - could result in positive health benefits, including being able to cap the number of outlets in a certain area.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

He consented when I told him that I wanted to do this for a certain purpose.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock