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His department threw that work “in the trash,” assembled a new group of nutritionists and, he jokes, locked them in a room for 11 months to produce recommendations actually grounded in science.
From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026
Carbon that was previously locked in the soil can then reach the Arctic Ocean through rivers and coastal erosion.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
When she returned half an hour later, the room was locked.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
“This situation happens more often than you might think. Being named as an executor doesn’t mean you’re locked into the role,” it says.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
“Let me get the front door locked and I’ll go up with you! I—I want to see how long it takes them to recognize you.”
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
