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shown

[shohn] / ʃoʊn /




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The ruling found that the federal government had not shown it could override state and local decisions about how to use their own resources.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Newer ones such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, broadly known as GLP-1s, have exploded in popularity for weight loss and have shown promise for treating other conditions, such as addictions and neurodegenerative and liver diseases.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Guardiola said Rodri has shown over time "how attached, how close he is" to City and his "contribution has been massive".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

But Chinese officials have shown willingness to occasionally crack down on the supply chain for fentanyl when they believe doing so can help improve ties with the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The slate was shown blank at the start of the séance, and after the spirits visited, messages to the living would appear.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock