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Experts said the change is a smart move as the airline tries to stabilize its finances.
From Los Angeles Times
Fallon said his neighbour has been mopping up inside while he tries to clear water away outside.
From BBC
She tries to close the gate quietly, but metal still snaps against metal, which makes her wince.
From Literature
The higher premium costs and copays from those visits will eat into the $1,000 Schweitzer tries to save each month.
“She tries to control her feelings very well, and I think that’s also one of her strengths,” her mother said.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
