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[tend] / tɛnd /




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Known as the "California effect", legal and policy changes enacted in the state tend to lead to nationwide changes.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Smaller, purpose-built open models tend to be cheaper than proprietary models, and can be deployed on Abridge’s own hardware, according to Liang.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

One of the biggest questions in aging research is why people tend to lose energy and vitality over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

They also reported bigger drops in food sufficiency among adults ages 25 to 44, who tend to be higher-propensity sport bettors compared with other age groups.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Not only did she tend to Martha’s clothing, but Ona was responsible for Martha Washington’s makeup—powders and rouge were popular at the time.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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