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Mike McPhaden, a senior scientist at NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory, had a similar estimate, telling AFP: "It's not inconceivable that 2027 may top out at 1.7C above preindustrial levels" if model forecasts bear out.

From Barron's Aug. 20, 2026

The man eventually used a wooden plank to guide the bear out of the truck, allowing both to walk away unharmed.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

Statistics on their par-saving success bear out their confidence.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 4, 2026

Montagna said Fish and Wildlife took the lead on escorting the bear out of the zoo and back into the woods.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 21, 2025

Through the portcullis there came a sorrowful howling to bear out Sir Grummore’s statement, as it had been thirty couple of hounds baying the moon.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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