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about

[uh-bout] / əˈbaʊt /
ADVERB
in an opposite direction
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ADVERB
lying anywhere without order, arrangement
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PREPOSITION
near or close to in position
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PREPOSITION
on every side, in every direction
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“What I like most about my new house is that I’m left alone,” he told the Journal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

For legumes, the risk reduction increased steadily up to around 170 grams per day, eventually reaching about 30%.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Roberts didn’t rule out a retroactive move to the injury list, though the team feels good about him avoiding it.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

The Ministry of Justice said it was aware of the concerns about hair strand testing, but that it was also awaiting the Family Justice Council's guidance.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

She’s always worried about complaining or bringing too much real life into the escapism.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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