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Squeezing redistributes this uncertainty by making one property more precise while increasing uncertainty in the other.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

At Westminster, MPs have generally been making one of two arguments about ways to lower our energy costs, which can be summed up as:

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

James was awarded two free throws with 5:39 remaining, making one to tie the score at 105-105.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

This can also happen with real estate — such as selling your home for a big profit only to see its value spike years afterward, making one question if they timed their sale correctly.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

She twisted her mouth and squinted her eyes, making one funny, mean face.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds




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