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Martin explained that these rainforests have been around for centuries.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Some elements of that orchestration “will probably not be on cards,” he explained, but rather on blockchain rails or account-to-account rails, which are used to help money flow directly from one bank account to another.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

"We think this colour pattern helps keep it safe. If the octopus grabs a prey item that emits light, that light may attract predators that might then eat the octopus," she explained.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

"These NK cells can be ready to use immediately," researchers explained, making the therapy potentially faster and easier to deliver.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Quickly, Chip explained about the list of survivors and the list of witnesses, shoving the papers over to her so she could look for herself.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix