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[ak-choo-uhl] / ˈæk tʃu əl /




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However, the researchers caution that this geographic pattern could reflect differences in coroner awareness and testing practices rather than the actual distribution of cases.

From Science Daily Aug. 15, 2026

To test how much of that nostalgia reflected an actual historical difference, I called alcohol historian Scott Martin.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

I came home from an event and thought I would watch the Dodger replay that is shown after the actual game.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 15, 2026

And our actual costs for customer service per booking are going down.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

I turn sixteen on my actual birthday, and Mom gets me the new swimsuit and the brown calf-high boots I wanted.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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