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At the time of the discovery, only 21 detection lines were operational, representing about 10% of the observatory's planned final size.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

Nasdaq had begun accepting orders before trading began, but when investors tried to change the price or size or cancel their orders, some didn’t get a confirmation due to a Nasdaq technology malfunction.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Given the size of the evacuation area, “we’re very confident that our evacuation zones mean that anybody outside of that area does not need any personal protective equipment,” Freeman said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Your breast size, weight and general health may also be considered.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

He looked around the market in wonder: there were dozens of fruit stalls, with barrows piled with giant plums the size of watermelons and tiny oranges the size of his thumbnail.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell