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A new study published in GSA Bulletin examines a complicated system of faults running directly beneath Seattle and nearby communities, revealing that smaller faults in the region may be far more active than previously understood.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
Chopra does not “have any active responsibilities at UC San Diego nor will he have any active responsibilities at any point between now and the conclusion of his appointment term,” the statement said.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
Current labor agreements entitle workers to double pay if they operate an electric and diesel vehicle, or work both in a rail yard and on an active train, in the same shift.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
A source in the Ukrainian government with knowledge of the matter told the BBC they're unaware of any "active work" by the UK authorities to assist imprisoned citizens.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
It’s not that I hate doing anything active, but in elementary school, PE meant going out on the blacktop in your regular clothes and playing softball or capture the flag.
From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 4
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