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contain

[kuhn-teyn] / kənˈteɪn /




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Between 200 and 300 genes in this organism contain UAG, meaning many proteins could be produced in two forms depending on cellular conditions.

From Science Daily

She told the BBC when it was first announced Requiem would contain a blend of survival horror and action, some fans were "afraid of having Resident Evil 6 all over again".

From BBC

Cracks in the market first appeared when software stocks broke down, but investors largely shrugged that off because it was mostly contained to that group.

From Barron's

He launched a similar inquiry into Kellogg’s, suggesting it had deceptively marketed its cereals, as if it were some scandalous secret that Froot Loops contain food coloring.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Milky Way itself contains a stellar bar at its center.

From Science Daily