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Steve Buscemi appeared in a pre-recorded comedic bit, and Eminem surfaced in a stylized role as a fire marshal figure in a sketch that helped drive the episode’s surreal tone.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
Researchers analysed prices at up to five top-rated ice cream parlours in each destination to calculate an average figure.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
He recalls his first time using a computer, navigating a pixelated “Donkey Kong” figure across the neon screen of a Texas Instruments machine.
From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026
They will have to figure out, as the aerospace industry did, how to calibrate their technologies for general use, adapted for different customer classes, price points and needs.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Plus her head was down, so it was hard to figure out what she was thinking.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 1
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The ACT Reading Test: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 1
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