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before

[bih-fawr, -fohr] / bɪˈfɔr, -ˈfoʊr /




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Although the results provide useful new information, Nielsen emphasized that additional research is necessary before changing existing medical recommendations.

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"There's going to need to be something much closer to support at least half the population supporting independence before there is any chance of a referendum being won," McAllister believes.

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Remarkably, mice vaccinated before infection did not develop these problems, suggesting that vaccination may provide an additional layer of protection beyond preventing illness.

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Yusuf made clear Reform's opposition to the plans before his focus switched to the Conservatives.

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She longed to get to the point where she could see years of her life played out before her, not just a moment here and there.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold


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