plate
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Flock operates dozens of automated license plate readers, which allow authorities to scan for vehicles that have been reported stolen or are registered to known fugitives, tracking their movements throughout the city.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
In the cafeteria, he ate a big plate of spaghetti, which he pronounced fine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
As a rough guide, fill a quarter of your plate with protein foods, such as meat, fish, beans, lentils or chickpeas, at every meal.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Last summer, James Tronstein of Harvard-Westlake was struggling at the plate.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
“Um…” My plate is empty, so I should be eager to hang out with Emma and the kids, but my limbs have grown tired in the bright sunshine.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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