proportion
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That was because of a higher proportion of open pit stockpile material through the plant, Whelan says.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
The UK government spends a lower proportion of its health budget on medicine per patient than many of its neighbouring Western European countries, including France and Germany.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
About half those have gone to countries outside Africa, a proportion roughly in line with the 12 months preceding the Iran war.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
“Owning a significant proportion of our property is a unique strength which powers the growth of Premier Inn while supporting our resilience as a business, underpinned by a strong balance sheet,” Paul said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
The words didn’t have the right proportion somehow.
From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers
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"Fears and Phobias," Vocabulary from the article
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The Articles of Confederation (1777)
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