breakdown
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During haze, orangutans show signs of fat breakdown despite eating more and resting more, suggesting elevated energy demands likely from an immune system forced to work harder, it said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
This breakdown appears to contribute to sarcopenia, the age-related decline in muscle strength and function that affects nearly half of adults older than 80.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 24, 2026
He said the Polmadie breakdown had created a perfect storm.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
Mr. Diamond’s book would have benefited from a breakdown of leadership into various traits—humility, arrogance, decisiveness—and a discussion of their bearing on success or failure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
After she shuts the door, we discuss the point value breakdown and how ridiculous it is that swimsuit accounts for more than talent.
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
The Department of Pesticide Regulation in late 2025 unveiled searchable county and statewide data breakdowns for regulatory actions taken by agricultural commissioners from the start of 2020 through the end of June 2025.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
Delays and breakdowns are so rare that transport ministers have been known to apologize for service disruptions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Leo, London: In the wake of Bazball, I would love to see breakdowns of risk/reward for various players and various shots.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
Gas infrastructure routinely experiences breakdowns or technical disruptions that halt flows.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
In the hospital, her father despaired at incompetences and breakdowns in procedures, at the rough, professional hands that prodded him.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
