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Still, the California Coastal Commission blocked approval of the small portion that reached into the ocean.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

One charity has welcomed the measures, but says they represent "only a small portion of what is needed" for victims.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

The Mexican counteroffer would apply levies on only a small portion of a car’s value—potentially lowering final tariffs for many vehicles.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

And while he acknowledges that parts of Salesforce’s business are subject to AI risk, he thinks that threat is limited to a small portion of the company.

From MarketWatch Aug. 13, 2026

Little by little, one small portion of a limb at a time, I soak the poison out of my wounds.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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