air
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“With no expense spared, this property boasts luxury quality construction, with grand scale and volume throughout, flooded with fresh air and brilliant Southern California sunlight,” the description stated.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
The orange suits protect the crewmembers during launch and reentry, but are also available for emergency use -- they can provide up to six days of breathable air.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
With Iran’s air defenses largely degraded, they can instead rely on weapons such as laser-guided bombs, helping ease pressure on stockpiles.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
A tearful Scotney was lifted into the air by trainer Shane McGuigan upon hearing the result, with one judge scoring it 96-94 and the other two seeing it much wider at 100-90.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
The scented wax burner that’s always on at Zara’s house is here too, cutting through the smell of bleach and smothered air, a reminder of home.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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