partially

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Our tablemates had purchased a litany of fried options, including scotch eggs from the Quail Inn, which also serves bacon-wrapped jalapeño peppers, cheese fritters and “whole, partially deboned quail.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Mercedes-Benz car sales fell in the first quarter as strong growth in the U.S. and Europe only partially offset a hefty sales drop in China, macroeconomic uncertainties and challenging market conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Beer shipments rose 1.1% amid favorable pricing, partially offset by unfavorable mix.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Based on this evidence, the researchers concluded that the animal had partially decomposed before fossilization, altering its appearance and leading to the earlier misidentification.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

They had moved back into the lean-to to try to get some rest since the mosquitoes partially lessened, but the temporary roof did nothing, absolutely nothing, to slow the water.

From "The River" by Gary Paulsen