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For decades, however, astronomers have faced observations that do not seem to fit neatly with what can be seen.

From Science Daily Aug. 25, 2026

The authors slice up their subject into 10 brief chapters neatly labeled “First Foods,” “Food Fit for Children,” “Table Manners” and so forth.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 21, 2026

Also, not all heroes neatly fit into the Chosen vs.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

Bill Hays—taut, with a neatly trimmed gray horseshoe hairline—sat behind the counter and immediately clocked me as a journalist, not some casual shopper.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

She awoke to find her cabin boy’s trousers and warm knit sweater on the foot of her bed, neatly folded and smelling of fresh soap and wood smoke.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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