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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

“The country needs a firm hand to stop organized crime,” said Gina Pilay, a Chilean pharmacist who plans to vote for Kast next month.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 23, 2025

"I didn't live through that time, but we need someone who takes a firm hand like he did," Vicente Sepulveda, a 20-year-old engineering student, told AFP.

From Barron's Nov. 4, 2025

She came closer to the girl and bent toward her, putting a firm hand on Ash’s shoulder.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo




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