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Each of those went better than expected, gave me a glimpse into new neighborhoods and felt like a better alternative to sitting around all day.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
According to the researchers, the confidence level against those alternative models reaches 99.999%.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
China, which has several methods of alternative energy to lean on, has not been as affected by the war as other Asian countries.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
"A European rail system needs simple bookings, reliable connections, and clear rights for passengers. Only then will rail become a genuine European alternative to short-haul flights."
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
“What if you didn’t have to go hide somewhere in the countryside? What if there were an alternative to Balekin’s being on the throne?”
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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Tier 2 Words for the SBAC ELA Items
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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The Catcher in the Rye
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