supposedly
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If your own interpretation of Béatrice’s quest leads to the realization that this supposedly long-lost technology may already be with us, so be it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
"The surprise that a supposedly quiet, discless system could drive such a spectacular nebula was one of those rare 'wow' moments," says Scaringi.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 25, 2026
The country was long known as the "Eldest Daughter of the Church" because supposedly, but inaccurately, it was the first kingdom to convert to Christianity.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
“Listen to your body” is lovely advice until you are neurodivergent, burned out, staring into the refrigerator at 8:17 p.m. or otherwise unable to locate your body’s supposedly innate wisdom about dinner.
From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2026
Tallmadge tells about “a country girl,” sent into Philadelphia supposedly to sell eggs but told to “obtain some information respecting the enemy.”
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
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