olive
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Rosenior has sought to offer Fernandez an olive branch and a route forward following the punishment.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
Cases under investigation include pastures declared on archaeological sites, olive trees in a military airport and banana plantations on Mount Olympus.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Then, slowly pour in a steady stream of olive oil while continuing to blend until everything is emulsified.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
“I love seeing the deep, rich green of the toyon next to the pale green of the sage, dudleyas, sagebrush and the olive tree,” Smee says.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
Liyana and Rafik had inherited Poppy’s olive skin.
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
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