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According to the researchers, the material outperformed commercially available hemostatic agents, achieving an adhesive strength greater than '40kPa,' which is strong enough to withstand firm hand pressure.

From Science Daily Jul. 2, 2026

Domingo told me at the time that he felt Conlon was the obvious choice to bring a firm hand to the company.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 18, 2026

"We need someone who will take a firm hand," Ruz added.

From Barron's Nov. 12, 2025

Under her firm hand, my classmates and I marched through our ABCs in unison, voicing each letter like an orchestra tuning for a show.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 15, 2025

Fannie longed to stretch her arms and legs and straighten her back, but she kept a firm hand on the fabric, feeding it steadily under the needle.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell




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