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[tend] / tɛnd /




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However, the most severe consequences tend to emerge later at refining and manufacturing "bridges," where dense connections between production stages amplify failures.

From Science Daily • Jun. 20, 2026

Johnson also looks at a CCRC’s future capital plans since many tend to finance those with additional debt.

From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026

Still, the tales here tend more toward quiet reflection than high adventure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Despite winning all of these games, Scotland's opponents don't tend to score many goals, which is a surprise.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

“Good, that’s no problem—we’ve had a number of homeschoolers transfer in since I joined the school ten years ago, and they tend to be some of our most unique thinkers.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy




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