as in slowing
to cause to move or proceed at a less rapid pace
an herbicide to retard the growth of weeds
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Earlier, between 100 and 150 people had gathered in Geneva for a protest bicycle ride, slowing down traffic and chanting anti-G7 and pro-Palestinian slogans, public broadcaster RTS reported.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026 -
Why Skin Longevity Is Different Than Anti-Aging Skin longevity is the practice of slowing visible aging through habits and ingredients with strong scientific backing rather than chasing each new product.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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The braking setup is identical too, with a single dual-piston caliper and 290-mm disc up front, and a 220-mm disc with a two-piston caliper for the rear.—
Utkarsh Sood
June 13,
New Atlas,
13 June 2026
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And Brembo, an Italian company specializing in braking systems which has had a partnership with Ferrari for more than 50 years, has responded.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
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“Retarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retarding. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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