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Adjective
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Foods that are rich in seasoning or flavor, like that delectable sweet potato casserole should probably be avoided as should any turkey that is on the bone as these bones are friable and can be easily crushed into sharp shards which can wreak havoc on a GI tract.—
Dr. Devon B. Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Nov. 2024 -
All beds are mulched to prevent water loss and to keep the soil friable.—
Sacramento Bee,
Sacramento Bee,
30 Jan. 2024
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Here are all the new maps: Bounty (Launch) Bounty is a new 6v6, medium-sized core map where players will face off against each other in a crime lord's luxurious skyscraper, complete with a penthouse, nightclub, a skylight with breakable glass, and more shiny areas.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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Add Extra Cushion When protecting breakable gifts, many people think packing breakables in their clothes will protect them.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Dec. 2024
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The singer/songwriter’s voice had transformed into something lower and more weathered with her drug usage, and the set drew rave reviews for its modern sounds and brittle energy.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2025
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Osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weak and brittle bones, becomes a significant concern for both women and men, particularly those leading sedentary lifestyles.—
Dana Santas,
CNN,
29 Jan. 2025
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Michigan’s situation was particularly fragile given Harbaugh’s long-running flirtations with the NFL, so perhaps Ohio State will have more time to bask in the championship afterglow.—
Austin Meek,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Nashville, in taking control of the game against the fragile Sharks, scored twice in 53 seconds midway through the second period and added three more goals in the first 8:09 of the third.—
Curtis Pashelka,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The barrier at the edge of the runway at Muan International Airport did not appear to be frangible, or have the ability to break apart, according to video footage and expert analysis, something investigators are likely to focus on.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
30 Dec. 2024
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Solid fences are safer today thanks to safety features like frangible pins and MIM clips that make a fence fall or collapse when hit.—
Olivia Hampton,
NPR,
5 June 2024
Adjective
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Unlike phishing campaigns targeting the entire workforce, red team exercises often involve precise objectives or trophies, such as gaining access to a critical system or sensitive data.—
Lauren Carpenter,
USA TODAY,
30 Jan. 2025
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Under the policy, ICE agents were permitted to enter sensitive locations, such as schools, churches, and hospitals, only under specific circumstances.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Crushable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crushable. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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