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as in scooping (out)
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as in needing
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The extra-large water tank allows the machine to run for up to eight hours without needing to drain.—
Christopher Murray
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It's been closed since, with equipment lost, and its dining room and bar needing to be completely rebuilt.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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Fans wanting to attend the two games in Boise will have to sign up for the Banana Ball ticket lottery list, which will remain open through October.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Oct. 2025
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But just because regret or wanting your own life are taboo, does not make the sentiments any less real, or common.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
10 Oct. 2025
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The prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas began Monday, with Hamas releasing the final 20 living hostages in exchange for Israel freeing 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.—
Morgan Phillips,
FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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Israel responded by freeing over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners, prompting emotional scenes in Ramallah and Gaza.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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Journaling, therapy or unplugging from social media to clear your mind could be especially restorative.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
22 Sep. 2025
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There’s a limited nightlife and restaurant scene, so this destination is best for unplugging.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Sep. 2025
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Pressing on these points may help promote relaxation by unblocking qi that isn't flowing.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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With a swath of apps taking betting from the casino to one’s pocket, the industry has captured the interest of Gen Z, who saw a 7% year-over-year increase in online sports betting activity as of 2025’s second quarter, TransUnion found in a report released last month.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
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Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez have been fantastic all season long and give Seattle two stars that are capable of taking them all the way.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Opening (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opening%20%28up%29. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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