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The model suggests that over the next 80 years, the Arctic could experience up to 25% more runoff, 30% more subsurface flow, and increasing dryness in southern areas.
From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026
Forecasters have warned that winds may reach up to 80 mph on Saturday evening.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
To get action shots, the refrigerator is hooked up to water and electricity, said Long, who has worked as a professional photographer for nearly two decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Each year, up to 35% of students fail the screening, meaning they likely have a vision problem.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
He came up to me as the church was emptying, beaming and bowing.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.