partial

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“That added cash flow is helping support larger purchases, including vehicles, and providing a partial buffer against higher prices at the pump,” Skordeles says.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

A winter storm that led to thousands of flight cancellations, as well as the partial government shutdown, which led to long lines at airports, could also be focal points for Delta’s call.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

Blend for body A partial purée — just enough to thicken—gives you richness without the need for long reduction.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

For months, he had trouble sleeping due to what turned out to be partial seizures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Mother enjoyed the little Peppers every bit as much as we, and was particularly partial to a character named Phronsie, or something like that.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey