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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
to anyone who beholds the immense complexity of life on earth
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as in to see
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I opened the window blinds and beheld snow everywhere
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As some progressives advocate for abandoning Democrats altogether, believing the party is irredeemable and too beholding to wealthy donors over voters, Williamson has consistently tried to work within the party.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
That Maye returned in the third quarter — thank you for your service, Jacoby Brissett — was a wonderful sight to behold for Patriots fans watching from home and the busload of les misérables that bothered to show up at Gillette.
—Steve Buckley, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
The smiling faces on those cards are a joy to behold—but the back story of the photos can be much more stressful than they let be known at a glance.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
That was the scene to behold at the 16th edition of the Kensington Derby, where participants faced down a 3-mile course culminating in a mud pit at the finish line.
—Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
That Maye returned in the third quarter — thank you for your service, Jacoby Brissett — was a wonderful sight to behold for Patriots fans watching from home and the busload of les misérables that bothered to show up at Gillette.
—Steve Buckley, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
The smiling faces on those cards are a joy to behold—but the back story of the photos can be much more stressful than they let be known at a glance.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
That was the scene to behold at the 16th edition of the Kensington Derby, where participants faced down a 3-mile course culminating in a mud pit at the finish line.
—Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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Now that the album and visuals are finally out, Meléndez-Badillo says he was moved to tears by its message — delivered through Puerto Rican folk album, also known as música jíbara.Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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More News: Rhea Ripley Wins WWE Women's World Championship on Raw Netflix Debut Triple H addressed these criticisms at the Netflix Raw post-show press conference, basically saying that the world has known for a long time that WWE is scripted.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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The group was seen filling buckets of water from Libonati's pool and passing it among themselves to douse the smoking spots around the house.Janhvi Bhojwani, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Fallon also makes a saucy joke about the bulge in his workout shorts ,as he's seen pulling out a dove that flies away.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Whether understanding diverse audiences, crafting campaigns that resonate emotionally or navigating sensitive client relationships, empathy is indispensable in creating work that truly connects.Abigail Stuart, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Researchers are working to understand the weapon’s significance and markings.Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
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Fans of the two stars noticed the interaction and took to Reddit to share their thoughts on the shoutout.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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But warming has also now progressed enough that scientists are noticing unsettling mismatches between some of their predictions and real outcomes.Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Nine North Carolina residents were recognized on Forbes’ 2025 30 Under 30 List, highlighting young entrepreneurs, inventors and innovators who are making significant contributions to a variety of industries.Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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But all represent the crème de la crème of luxury hospitality in France and are recognized for their exceptional architecture, design, heritage, cuisine, and service—to name a few attributes.Mary Winston Nicklin, AFAR Media, 15 Jan. 2025
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The Matlock star eyed the camera while jokingly ripping up a piece of paper.Brendan Le, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Now watchdogs are eyeing more than just profit reporting.Noah Barsky, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Here are some of those benefits: More Accurate Understanding Of User Intent Unlike traditional search engines, AI can actually comprehend the exact requirements of the user.Dr. Bin Tang, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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My voice becomes harder to comprehend when the buds have to cancel out background noise.PCMAG, PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
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From the outside, Arc’teryx’s signature look and silhouette can be spotted from the chairlift.Rob Reed, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Last summer, her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and Kansas City Chiefs teammate Patrick Mahomes were spotted at one of Swift's celebrated pool parties, joined by A-list friends like Gigi Hadid, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Bradley Cooper.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Behold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behold. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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