clearing

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Doncic scored his final points of the night on a two-handed dunk in transition, methodically jumping off of both feet before barely clearing the top of the rim.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

After clearing security, her group went to their assigned gate—only to discover that it was for a different flight.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

Technical flow-of-fund dynamics are “creating air pockets in both directions,” he said, pointing to one clearing event that could help drive gains.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

The prediction clearing tool is available for “any firm that’s looking to offer clearing services on prediction markets,” Shirley said.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Dead in the middle of the clearing a fox had taken a grouse.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen