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[klohz, klohs, klohz, klohz, klohs] / kloʊz, kloʊs, kloʊz, kloʊz, kloʊs /














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Meanwhile, consultations last year at its sites in Plymouth, Derbyshire, Newcastle, Sheerness, and Wellingborough resulted in a decision to close them, the firm confirmed.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Rocket Lab’s short interest is about 6%, close to the average.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

In close proximity to the sandstone peaks of Zion National Park, St. George has a bustling downtown for travelers to return to after a day of hiking.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“It’s going to be incredibly challenging to keep hiking in the environment when economic growth is close to zero,” said Wieladek.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Childhood scenes rushed back at me out of the night, strangely close and urgent.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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