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The Met Office said injuries or danger to life could occur as a result of flying debris, with potential travel disruption and a "good chance" of power cuts.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Peptides occur naturally in the body but break down quickly after serving their purpose.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
They suggest that while an underwater landslide did occur, it did not directly create the wrinkles.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
When similar events occur during bull markets, external events are often a trigger rather than a cause.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
“Such things do occur, undoubtedly.”—She was stopped by a cough.
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.