reference

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With the 67-72 reference, he’s describing the price of the Blue Owl public funds in cents on the dollar.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The test lasted about 70 minutes, allowing them to practice approaching and backing away from part of the rocket, which served as a reference point for Orion’s movements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The reference level of lead toxicity for children is 2.2 micrograms, according to the FDA.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

It also said forces should narrow the circumstances in which they are logged on police databases - something that can generate a crime reference number.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

She slid it over to Ube, and he grunted as he read it, nodding his head, then he wrote some reference numbers underneath her question and slid the card back to her.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi