key
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A key milestone for the team involved turning the molecule's high energy storage capacity into a practical demonstration.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
The Iran war remains front of mind too, after Trump and Xi agreed that Strait of Hormuz—a key energy shipping lane—should remain free.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
A new iteration of the Dior Saddle bag was car-inspired, sharing DNA with John Galliano’s 2001 Dior Cadillac bags, featuring car paint surfaces and motor key charms.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
On Friday, Labour's deputy leader Lucy Powell is expected to say Burnham, Streeting and Rayner should all be "key players" in Labour's team when she speaks at the Fire Brigades' Union conference.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Gasping for breath, he stumbled up the front steps of his house, fumbled with the key, threw open the door, and shot into the living room.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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Music - Introductory
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