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“The greater part of the explanation lies in the costs and liabilities of hiring in California — costs and especially liabilities that are higher than other states,” he said in an emailed statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

As this debt becomes a greater part of bond markets—and funds that track them—investors seeking a broad mix of market exposure will have to make sure they are really diversified.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

He also said the judgement recognised that Christianity is the main religion in Northern Ireland, and the greater part of RE would still focus on knowledge of Christianity.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

The couple have been sleeping there under a fan for the greater part of the week, as temperatures in the main part of the house reached 86 degrees Fahrenheit.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 29, 2022

It was impossible for Frodo to walk, so they divided the greater part of their baggage among the four of them, and put Frodo on the pony.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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