olive
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Peru's leftist presidential contender told AFP Friday that he wants "respectful" relations with US President Donald Trump, extending an olive branch ahead of Sunday's tight runoff election.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Stir in an Italian dressing packet and a generous slick of olive oil, then let the mixture sit for a few minutes while you toast or grill some good sourdough.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
One of the study's most unexpected findings involved oleic acid, the primary fatty acid found in olive oil.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
Meanwhile, the last few months have also seen Washington and Delhi offering an olive branch to each other.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Papá was fair-haired and light-complected, implying a Spanish bloodline rather than native Mexican, but Mamá did have olive skin, black hair, and dark eyes.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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