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a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
a swimsuit that is the last word in sportswear this season
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Recent Examples of last word
Famous last words from the in-demand DJ-producer for whom partying is both his métier and escape.
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Connor Garel, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2024
Here's what to know about Underwood's last execution, his last words, the case and the victim.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
With her last words, Lila channels Reverend Mother Dorotea, after witnessing the betrayal in which Valya used the Voice and took Dorotea’s life 30 years ago.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 24 Nov. 2024
Our last word of Margot and Johanna appears in a handwritten ledger of food rations from Lodz’s Jewish ghetto.
—Steven A. Harvey, Baltimore Sun, 4 Nov. 2024
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Connor Garel, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2024
Here's what to know about Underwood's last execution, his last words, the case and the victim.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
With her last words, Lila channels Reverend Mother Dorotea, after witnessing the betrayal in which Valya used the Voice and took Dorotea’s life 30 years ago.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 24 Nov. 2024
Our last word of Margot and Johanna appears in a handwritten ledger of food rations from Lodz’s Jewish ghetto.
—Steven A. Harvey, Baltimore Sun, 4 Nov. 2024
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The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
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That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.—
Brendan Bures,
chicagotribune.com,
2 Oct. 2019
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Chinese travel trends China has been working on some innovative ways to get around – from the prototype for what could be the world’s fastest high-speed train to robot legs to make mountain-climbing easier.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN,
15 Feb. 2025
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At its core is Alice, an advanced AI guide that provides 24/7 personalized support while continuously analyzing real-time data from thousands of colleges, admissions trends, and student outcomes.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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The latest craze is a supplement called NAD, which can supposedly bring youthful-looking skin and other health benefits—but does it really?—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
11 Feb. 2025
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The net was removed in August after the craze subsided.—
Chris Lau,
CNN,
2 Feb. 2025
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Thomas Kienzle | Afp | Getty Images Graham’s comments come as debate rages over the substance of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, which Trump announced last week, and what a deal could entail.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2025
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Lululemon Scuba Oversized Side-Slit Hoodie $118 $69 at Lululemon According to my teenager, this oversized Scuba hoodie is all the rage at school for one specific reason: the prominent Lululemon logo on the hood, which is the star of the show.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
15 Feb. 2025
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But let their arrests hopefully serve notice to others armed and prowling Chicago’s streets in search of victims that law and order is in vogue again. Submit a letter, of no more than 400 words, to the editor here or email letters@chicagotribune.com.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2025
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Deadline also got a sneak peek at the streamers’ roster of top-10 non-English-language shows of 2024 and YA was the genre in vogue.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
31 Jan. 2025
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The unexpected uptick in inflation could dampen some of the business enthusiasm that arose after Trump's election on promises to reduce regulation and cut taxes.—
CHRISTOPHER RUGABER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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Many of the nation’s sheriffs have responded with enthusiasm.—
Eileen Sullivan,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2025
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The Post-Season Pick ($16.99) comes with 10 wings any style, curly fries, and a Pepsi or Bud Light for $16.99.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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Choose styles and fabrics that don’t hide your hourglass shape and softly highlight your hips and bust while defining your waist.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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