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The most likely result is that Congress will appropriate the annual shortfall in both programs, requiring the U.S.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
Most importantly for the long term, we are seeing the EU lay the groundwork for a potential flourishing of capitalism by supporting technology and innovation and by reforming and deregulating where appropriate.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
Smith emphasized that these findings apply at the population level and may not be appropriate for every individual.
From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026
The Bank of Korea held its base rate at 2.5% for a seventh straight meeting, which Shin described as appropriate ‘strategic patience’.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
“And speaking of those boots, perhaps it’s time you traded them in for something more appropriate to a young lady,” she added, clearing her plate from the table with a little hmmph.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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Declaration of the Rights of Woman (1791)
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