defect
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But dealers’ share of service visits fell by 12% since 2018 as customers defect to independent repair shops, according to a Cox study that came out last year and rattled the industry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Emily Bowen and Mathew Mariani felt their worries were "palmed off" but it turned out baby Esme had a serious heart defect that needed surgery.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
As for the recall, the potential defect affects some Model 3, Y, S, and X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
Becerra proposes to require cities and counties to approve or deny building permits within 90 days, loosening certain regulations for infill projects and reforming construction defect laws to encourage more construction of entry-level condos.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
There was speculation that Burkhart would defect again and return to the fold of his uncle, but this time Burkhart answered the prosecution’s questions forthrightly.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
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Thomas Jefferson's First Inaugural Address (1801)
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