preliminary
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According to the preliminary report, the RAT was providing hydraulic power within five seconds of the fuel switches being cut off.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“Sigma continuously reviews opportunities that would create value for shareholders and has engaged in preliminary discussions in relation to the sale process,” the pharmacy group said in an Australia stock-exchange filing Wednesday.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
The biggest effect probably will be felt in Los Angeles, which has an estimated 150 transit stops covered by the bill, according to the city’s preliminary assessment.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Doncaster Coroner's Court heard earlier that a post-mortem examination showed "features in keeping with drowning", but the coroner stressed this conclusion was preliminary and subject to further investigations.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Rosalind Franklin had said little in her talk except to provide a few preliminary measurements.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
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