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[hohl] / hoʊl /






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Whole genome duplication is commonly found in cancer cells, and some cancer therapies can unintentionally trigger it as well.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Nadja Spiegelman, an editor at the New York Times, recently coined the term “microlooting” to describe acts of stealing from big corporations, such as shoplifting from Whole Foods, and feeling justified in doing so.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Whole life insurance is one option for a legacy and covering funeral expenses.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

The store has provided all requested information to law enforcement and is fully cooperating with the Sheriff’s Department in its investigation, the Whole Foods spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“Accident. It was weird, because he lives on the Eastside. He was at our Whole Foods getting a sandwich when I was at our Whole Foods getting a sandwich.”

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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