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Working out the puzzle of Flores was key to Scotney's victory but trainer Shane McGuigan gave her the tools to succeed between rounds - urging her to use the jab and rely on footwork.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Replicating successful formulas can be the key to longevity in the entertainment business, but it also has a way of losing its charm, especially with critics.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

They include companies like Chemours and Tronox, which make titanium dioxide, a pigment used in paint and wallpaper, and Celanese, which produces acetic acid, a key ingredient in many industrial products.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Because saliva plays a key role in controlling bacteria and maintaining oral health, its loss can lead to serious dental problems.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

“Our friend Hannah right here is selling these beautiful beaded key chains to raise money for Elders back on our rez.”

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