reference
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In the reference scenario, the conflict resolves promptly yet still places a drag on the global economy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
Sounds of the Universe, in London's Soho, was the only place in the British capital to receive the coveted records, which were sold in a plain white sleeve without any reference to the Stones.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
Saavedra briefly entertained the name “Charro,” a reference to Mexican cowboys, before landing on Tapatío, a nickname used for people born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, where all three of his children were born.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
So far there have been no signs that the state visit will include any reference to Epstein or his survivors.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
She jumped up and lugged another armful of reference books to the table, which she then arranged in size order.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing reference
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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