as in expansion
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The growth of the yachting industry in Dubai owes much to the expansion of state-of-the-art marinas and second-to-none yacht crew and refit facilities.Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The monthly reading from purchasing and supply executives was the highest since July 2022 and showed expansion for the 50 th time in 53 months.Jeff Marks, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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The abuse victims’ attorneys, however, suggested that not funding the trust immediately would short-change people who had already been victimized by the church, given how the value of that trust could erode with time and inflation.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Although inflation has dropped close to pre-pandemic levels, prices haven't receded and continue to impact consumers.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 29 Oct. 2024
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Participate in something that adds to your enthusiasm or points you in a direction that offers growth, higher qualifications and connections to people who can help you with your journey.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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The Import Price Index will highlight changes in the cost of goods imported into the U.S., while retail sales data will offer a look into consumer spending patterns, a key driver of economic growth.Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
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Also, a remodeling and enlargement of the Monica Rich Kosann shop on the seventh floor of Bergdorf Goodman was completed.David Moin, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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Or does holding a more conservative viewpoint over time reinforce certain neural pathways that subsequently lead to enlargement of the amygdala?Paul Hsieh, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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The Christmas creep underscores our collective desire for traditions and comfort in times that can feel uncertain.Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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While Vivian’s story is based on atmospheric creeps and chills, Amy’s story is straight-up jump-scary and based on The Ring.Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2024
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With the software and the Apple Health app, users can adjust the AirPods’ amplification levels to their specific needs, without having to invest in costly hearing aids.Alice Park, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
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The fund is designed to provide unrestricted financing, educational support and amplification for filmmakers from historically underrepresented communities.Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 28 Oct. 2024
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Affected Organs Adult colic involves intestinal or urinary system pain in different types of colic: Gallbladder Biliary colic occurs as a result of distension (an increase in size) of your gallbladder.Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
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Why Colic Results in Pain Colic results in pain that occurs due to distension, obstruction, or inflammation.Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
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Meanwhile, Biden’s refusal to exit the 2024 presidential race after a disastrous initial debate performance in June kicked off a whirlwind season that gave rise to Harris.Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Recent polling in Indiana shows the former president remains highly popular in the Hoosier State, even with Kamala Harris’ rise to the top of the Democratic ticket this summer.Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Escalation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escalation. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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