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basic

[bey-sik] / ˈbeɪ sɪk /


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The problems include unpaid wages, contract disputes, difficulties getting home, and shortages of basic supplies such as food and water.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

For decades, nonplayable characters have employed a basic form of AI to drive scripted dialogue and behaviors.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

The report lacks citations for many of its claims and also contains basic factual errors.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

"All prisoners and detainees are held in accordance with the law, with full regard for their basic rights and under the supervision of professional and trained prison staff," it said.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Below are a few basic classroom management ideas to use when teaching music.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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