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per

[pur, per] / pɜr, pər /


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by means of
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ConocoPhillips’ quarterly production fell 4% to 2.25 million barrels of oil equivalent per day after adjusting for acquisitions and dispositions.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

Together, the agencies paid on average about $260 for off-site care per detainee from January to October 2025, a Times analysis found.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

Between the two of us, I estimate we could provide roughly an additional $1,000 per month.

From MarketWatch Aug. 6, 2026

At the time, Ynyshir, which serves Japanese-inspired raw dishes as part of its nearly £500 per head 30-course tasting menu, accused inspectors of not understanding its specialised procedures.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

“Only one jump seat per room in this sector.”

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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