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The long-threatened rain, which had caused the race start to be brought forward by three hours, never materialised, apart from a few spots mid-race, and the grand prix ran its distance in dry conditions.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

This break led to clear shifts in the metabolites produced by gut microbes in regular coffee drinkers, setting them apart from non-coffee drinkers.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

He sets himself apart by focusing on the most fundamental skill in hockey—the one trait that made him invaluable to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Without sleep, most of your body starts falling apart.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

With his legs split apart, he grabs his ankles and drops his head between his knees.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam