had

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With the new information, the group was able to determine that temperatures had dropped and pressure was no longer building inside, McGovern said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

However, the consistent league form that had characterised Robinson's tenure evaporated this term despite their cup heroics.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

They had been detained by Kurdish forces in 2019.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Drones deployed earlier had been unable to read gauges showing the internal temperatures.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

Timber 6:05 PM had to do chores. sry i’m late.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith