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The Mayor of Windsor, Drew Dilkins, said he would like the bridge to open but not at the expense of significant trade or economic concessions from the federal government.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Lidl's Rhydian Griffiths said there had been "significant community support for a Lidl foodstore in this location".
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Cruising is one way travelers can see significant savings compared with an international trip.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
These days, Tesla stock is all about physical AI, with investors waiting for AI-trained robo-taxis and robots to contribute a significant new earnings stream.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
However, they also have significant social and historical meaning that helps to explain their incredible longevity in the children’s song repertoire.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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Vocabulary lists containing significant
Academic Vocabulary: Core Tier 2 Words, List 1
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 4
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