shaping

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But even more important, it reminded us that history is an indispensable tool for shaping the more equitable future we hope to inhabit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

She writes about trade, energy policy, immigration and the social and economic trends shaping the world's second-largest country by area.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

They emphasized that both preparation methods and replacement foods are important factors when making dietary recommendations or shaping public policy.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

“It’s shaping up to be a 2027 issue.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

At some point, Tia Callida—Hera herself—had talked with Sammy, consoling him and giving him a glimpse into the future, which meant that Hera had been shaping Leo’s life generations before he was even born.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan