had

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At the same time, they had fewer connections between neurons in the hippocampus and performed worse on cognitive tests.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

I knew I had that speed and wanted to prove it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

The Norway striker went on to complete a hat-trick in the second half with 57 minutes played, after Antoine Semenyo had added his side's third.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The stock had been trending steadily downward since 2022, and last year, Dow cut its dividend in half.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

She gave Janet all the freedom she’d never had as a child, and when her daughter proved to be the responsible sort, she gave herself a little freedom, too.

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