plank
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A ban on advertising, including by influencers, is a central plank of the bill, though questions remain over how it could be enforced.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
BRUSSELS—The European Union on Thursday followed through on a central plank of its trade deal with President Trump after months of internal wrangling.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
The plank involves holding a position similar to a push-up for an extended period to work core abdominal muscles as well as the back, shoulders, arms and glutes.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
When they designed a table using a plank with a natural gap, they left the gap in the center, which helped them get the right width and refine its shape.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
Before leaving the other day, we pushed the plank against the gaping doorway but didn’t secure it.
From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone
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