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waste

[weyst] / weɪst /








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Spurs have no time to waste in their quest to avoid a repeat.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

He says his frugality has served him well, and kept him focused on minimizing waste and boosting investment returns.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Did he share a fake video of himself as a fighter pilot dumping human waste on No Kings protesters?

From Salon • May 24, 2026

The findings could help improve cold-chain transportation for tropical fruits while reducing waste and extending shelf life.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Pulling back each of Fig’s ears and peeking inside, Dr. Spires babbled on about chemical waste and blood and dysfunction.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas




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