the system
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This was a shock to the system, but not exactly a huge surprise.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
Under Rosenior, they lost twice against Premier League opposition using the system and only narrowly overcame Wrexham in the FA Cup.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
Either the system remains unchanged, which is the behavior of bosons, or the system flips sign, which is what happens with fermions.
From Science Daily • May 9, 2026
Lawyers who navigate the system for divorces, custody disputes and family court battles say it will be complicated.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
Challenges to the system will be easily absorbed or deflected, and the accommodations made will serve primarily to legitimate the system, not undermine it.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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