baseline
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Across the group, Heliconius butterflies consistently showed longer average and maximum lifespans, lower baseline mortality, and slower rates of aging than related species that do not feed on pollen.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
"The persistence of structural primary budget deficits until 2029 may require tighter monetary policy than stipulated by the baseline scenario," the central bank said.
From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026
A baseline measure was what 34-year-old Patrick Murray was looking for.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
Raducanu played two singles matches on Saturday because of rain disruption earlier in the week and slipped on the baseline during her quarter-final win over Kamilla Rakhimova.
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
The ball came in and I ran along the baseline and past Glen with Brothers on my hip.
From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers
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