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as in sole
belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named residents of the apartment complex have exclusive use of the pool

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as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers a section of the city where the exclusive boutiques and fashionable restaurants are concentrated

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  • Again, advertising revenue opportunities shouldn’t be your sole focus.
    Tamara Bebb, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Leeds’ sole early kick-off victory this season came last Saturday against Derby County at the start of what could have been a nine-point week.
    Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
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  • Former President Donald Trump will do a Fox News town hall next week focused on issues impacting women, before an all-female audience, the network said.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
  • President Joe Biden and Democrats nationally have moved swiftly to highlight the ruling, made by an all-Republican court, as evidence of Republicans overstepping on reproductive health care.
    Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 28 Feb. 2024
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  • With crunchy red fruit, racy acidity, a light tannic structure and distinctive minerality, its profile has been fashionable for a while, especially amongst younger drinkers.
    Paul Caputo, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The majority of consumers (66 percent) say clothes made primarily from cotton are the most fashionable.
    Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
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  • In early November, Crawford shared an Instagram post showcasing a glowy, makeup-free look, natural hair, and a comfy yet stylish sleep camisole to promote her skincare line Meaningful Beauty.
    Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Excellent traction is ideal for winter conditions, and this supportive boot is casually stylish, too.
    Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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  • This floral scent will command your undivided attention much like a visit to Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris, where Monet’s esteemed series is on display.
    Paige Stables, Allure, 25 Nov. 2024
  • The poll also delved into the business ramifications of how this undivided attention presents a great opportunity for brand engagement.
    Matt Gardner, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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  • The bowls are universal and have nice high sides that feel elegant and shapely in the hand.
    Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
  • With their soft bioluminescent blue glow and sleek, modern design, the glasses stood out as both functional and elegant.
    Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 13 Dec. 2024
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  • While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.
    Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2020
  • What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.
    Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2018
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  • For wake-up routines, the sound kicks on once the Shine 300's light has fully brightened, while the evening routine will play your sound of choice the entire time.
    Nena Farrell, WIRED, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The right-handed, two-time American League All Star, has spent his entire career pitching in the Cleveland organization.
    Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024

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“Exclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exclusive. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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