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partially

[pahr-shuh-lee] / ˈpɑr ʃə li /


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They shored up the building's foundations with wood and steel to prevent the partially destroyed structure from collapsing further.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

Much like Murdoch, who is now 95 and partially retired.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

Brown admitted some culpability before the trial began, but he disputed the extent of Maria's injuries and argued that she was partially at fault for the incident.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Declines in new orders and production drove the barometer’s fall, partially offset by increases in supplier deliveries and employment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

It feels weird knocking on a door that’s already partially open, but I do.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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