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[kroo-shuhl] / ˈkru ʃəl /


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But ending the analysis there overlooks a crucial distinction, researchers say: the possibility that the association actually is between the neurodevelopmental disorders and depression, not the medication.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

As BBC Sport previously reported, the head coach has been viewed as part of the diagnosis and solution going into a crucial summer rebuild led by sporting director Ross Wilson.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Heading into the crucial spring-selling season, realtors and home builders were hopeful that lower mortgage rates would finally get buyers off the sidelines.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

The United States and Iran have been trying to broker a deal to end the Middle East war and reopen the crucial waterway since a fragile ceasefire came into force on April 8.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

What is crucial here is that the two conflicting results did not properly have equal status.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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