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Having lost De Bruyne, they dropped from second to eighth in the Bundesliga before narrowly avoiding relegation in the subsequent two seasons.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

The committee said many business units attempted to meet their performance targets by early recognition of sales, avoiding inventory valuation losses and impairment of fixed assets, changing asset valuation methods and capitalizing costs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

That means avoiding so-called defensive sectors that don’t defend investors “because they’re stranded assets and because they are similar to bonds,” he says.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

The researchers say exposure can be reduced by choosing unscented products, improving ventilation with exhaust fans or open windows, and avoiding devices that generate ozone while scented cleaning products are being used.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 26, 2026

Dripping and shivering, he sprang back on the seat and rode off, pb-b-b, pb-b-b, avoiding clutching paws.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary




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