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compile

[kuhm-pahyl] / kəmˈpaɪl /


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The UN mission urged Afghan authorities to "compile a record of the missing" from the hospital strike to help their relatives find answers about their fate.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

The briefings compile intelligence from complaints made to Trading Standards by community members and different authorities, as well as intelligence from "regional databases such as Citizens Advice Bureau… Companies House data… and open source research".

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Yes, it helps make media work easier not having to compile stats themselves while coaches are pleased getting immediate information on paper.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Reporters are also using AI to scan meeting transcripts and compile requests for access to government data.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Mom decided that before she could get down to any serious painting, she needed to compile a thorough art reference library.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls




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