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a collection of writings
I picked up a book entitled "An Emerson Reader" because it contained one or two of his essays I hadn't read before
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Key accessibility issues in healthcare include non-compatible form fields, complex navigation structures, lack of proper labeling for screen readers and poor color contrast that can hinder users with low vision or cognitive disabilities.
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Dekel Skoop, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The Coconut-Pecan Frosting is often cited as readers' favorite part of the dessert, and that recipe alone has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars (and more than double the number of reviews of the cake!).
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
As a result, readers of the second-generation post are misled, as was the case here.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
The small version of this air purifier was one of the most popular items among Clever readers in 2023, and now, the model made for large rooms is 43% off.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
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Dekel Skoop, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The Coconut-Pecan Frosting is often cited as readers' favorite part of the dessert, and that recipe alone has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars (and more than double the number of reviews of the cake!).
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
As a result, readers of the second-generation post are misled, as was the case here.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
The small version of this air purifier was one of the most popular items among Clever readers in 2023, and now, the model made for large rooms is 43% off.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
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