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on the surface









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These pictures were ideally suited to Los Angeles: High-sheen, colorful, fully embracing joy—there was little not to like about them on the surface.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Thus, on the surface, the lyrics of “Y.M.C.A.” seem to promote the Young Men’s Christian Association and their new single-room occupancy units of the time.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

The discovery centers on SLAMF6, a molecule found on the surface of immune cells that can prevent T cells from mounting a strong attack against tumors.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Astronauts are due to descend to the Moon's south polar region in a lander and remain on the surface for about a week.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Uhmma sits at Apa’s card table desk, both elbows on the surface.

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na




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