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Part of the company’s expansion in years past depended on placing its items in grocery-store meat sections and striking deals with restaurant chains to land plant-based items on their menus.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

He spent more than $340 million in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary, but dropped out after placing third in the primary in South Carolina, where he had invested heavily.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

“We successfully launched this technology on Instagram in the US, Australia, Canada, and the UK – placing millions of accounts into these age-appropriate protections,” Meta said.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

According to Ms. Hu, travel may improve well being by placing people in new environments, encouraging movement, increasing social interaction, and creating positive emotions.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

I flip my sketchbook shut and lean forward, placing my elbows on my knees.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day