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The grasslands and hillsides act as a vast, uncluttered canvas for their colors, which typically bloom in March and last through April.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Although Meta has considerable means to fight and appeal, the prospect of prolonged legal conflict could act as a brake on the stock for some time.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
He stressed that time to act is limited and called for new laws to regulate AI.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
These structures act as pathways that guide electrical charges through the material.
From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026
With food being rationed so carefully, the meals weren’t large, but the act of eating was still important.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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