period

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As Apple expands into the budget computer market, the company is also looking to seize share from its smartphone competitors during a period of memory crunch.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The lesson from that period is clear: when policymakers restrict access to nutrition assistance while economic pressures persist, food insecurity rises.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

That suggests they may still be alive, or were alive for some period beyond their reported absences.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

There will be a period of around 40 minutes during the flyby where all communication with Artemis 2 will be cut off as the astronauts pass behind the Moon.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Honestly, sometimes I don’t feel like I know that much about Mom, period.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy