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Most of the economic pain is backloaded to take effect starting July 1, 2027 — meaning officials will have a year to try to avoid the worst of these outcomes.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Leucine is an essential amino acid, meaning the body cannot produce it on its own and it must come from food.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
It’s hard to imagine an audience resisting the temptation to have the enigma central to the play’s meaning clarified, given its prominence in the plot and the drama’s woolly elusiveness.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
But incidents like this risk their safety, he said, meaning he had to install extra security measures, such as padlocks on the gates.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
“What is the meaning of your auspicious visit, Madame President?”
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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