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Recent Examples of trial run
It was thought to be a trial run for bombs on flights to the U.S.
Moscow is also suspected of being behind arson attacks in Poland, the UK, the Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania and Latvia.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
This Bliss trial run is actually a trial run of his true loyalties.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2024
The two did a trial run together in the days leading up to Mears’ hiring.
—Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 7 July 2024
Watch out-of-market NBA games for free during the three-month trial run.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
This Bliss trial run is actually a trial run of his true loyalties.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2024
The two did a trial run together in the days leading up to Mears’ hiring.
—Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 7 July 2024
Watch out-of-market NBA games for free during the three-month trial run.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trial run
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Keith remains to a large degree elusive, but Magaro subtly gives us insight into what drives his artistry, which is then augmented by Watts’ observations, from a critic’s P.O.V., and those of Manfred, a protective friend and professional associate with a profound respect for Jarrett’s gifts.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Feb. 2025
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After the initial observations in March, a second observation campaign has been planned for May.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
15 Feb. 2025
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The result would be U.S. consumers paying the price at checkout lines.—
Marc-William Palen / Made by History,
TIME,
6 Feb. 2025
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Students in college or graduate school can attend ADL summit for free using the registration code CAMPUS at checkout (register using this link).—
Suzanne Kurtz Sloan,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2025
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For its brand Chopard, De Rigo unveiled the latest Red Carpet design inspired by the jeweler’s fine watch collection.—
Martino Carrera,
WWD,
14 Feb. 2025
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The position flourishes when an offensive lineman does his job, and that has led to NFL quarterbacks giving their offensive linemen gifts like Rolex watches, and more.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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The team of experts is planning for a potential outbreak, focusing on public health surveillance, lab capacity, prion disease diagnostics, surveillance of livestock and wildlife, risk communication, and education and outreach.—
Jim Robbin,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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He was arrested on February 6 in Leon County, Texas, following a surveillance operation conducted by the HCDA Fugitive Apprehension Section, and other law enforcement agencies, per a statement sent to Newsweek by the HCDA.—
Sophie Clark,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Crews are doing rechecks and searching offshore, because many people fled the flames by plunging into the ocean.—
Harold Maass,
The Week,
26 Aug. 2023
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Price is ahead of schedule with his rehab and due in town for a medical recheck this week.—
Dave Birkett,
Detroit Free Press,
13 Mar. 2023
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The workforce cuts were reportedly targeted, leaving in place employees working on critical programs, such as refugee resettlement, emergency preparedness, scientific research, frontline healthcare, CMS, and drug approvals and inspections were among those not affected, according to Fox News.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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The second report, released in December by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, caused a stir in the research and temperance communities.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Austin American-Statesman 0:00 3:42 A perusal of former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's travel records over the past half-dozen years or so might give the impression that the Democrat from San Francisco is just one more Californian contemplating a move to Texas.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American-Statesman,
13 Oct. 2024
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League and Drafthouse staffers have been busy transferring the 50,000 movies to thin sleeves, which will be stocked in cabinets in the theater’s front hallway for perusal.—
Eric Webb,
Austin American-Statesman,
22 Feb. 2024
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Sailings run from December to May, during which time the region’s unpredictable weather abates for long enough to allow for comfortable exploration.—
Justin Meneguzzi,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2025
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This voyage combines exploration and comfort, culminating in a front-row seat to one of nature's greatest shows.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Trial run.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trial%20run. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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