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[air-ee-uh] / ˈɛər i ə /




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PayPal’s branded checkout is showing signs of improvement, with total payment volume in that area growing 2% in the second quarter.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

He pointed out one of them on a nearby hill - built, he said, on private Palestinian land, in an area that is supposed to be run by the Palestinian Authority.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

Most U.S. launches occur from the Cape Canaveral area along Florida’s east coast, flying near busy routes for flights to and from the state.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Military expert Fadi Daoud told AFP that the Lebanese army's success in Zawtar al-Gharbiya was based on a "particular equation: a small area, relative calm, strong political symbolism and direct US pressure".

From Barron's Jul. 28, 2026

There are several in the area, near the road.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

The new policy preserves the benefits of life-sciences research while defining the areas of greatest risk, including prevention of accidental or intentional lab leaks, and penalties for irresponsible practices.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

All three injured firefighters were working on hand crews, which specialize in fighting fires in such areas, she said.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

Instead, it's a framework that aims to give teenagers a "clear line of sight to good jobs" in vocational and technical areas.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

But the retired Lebanese army general said it would be tough to replicate "in broader and more complex areas", particularly if Hezbollah sticks to its stance.

From Barron's Jul. 28, 2026

He had been born at a time when education was a luxury for Colored people, particularly in rural areas.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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