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Formally known as “Notice to Air Missions,” or Notams, such designations are intended to inform pilots and aviation authorities of temporary airspace hazards or restrictions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Formally known as CM2502, Porkchop got her nickname when she chowed down shortly after losing her front right flipper, which was severely constricted by fishing line.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026
Formally, the state owns the oil and exercises ownership through Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A.
From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026
Formally known as StW 573, Little Foot is still considered the most complete ancient hominin skeleton ever found.
From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2026
“Allow me to introduce myself. I am Sir Francis Sasquatch III of the Yellowstone National Park Sasquatches. Formally knighted in both Faerie Courts. An absolute pleasure to meet you. Sweetheart, you’re all anyone’s talking about.”
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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