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commercial

[kuh-mur-shuhl] / kəˈmɜr ʃəl /




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However, Liang has been selective in choosing backers to ensure that commercial interests don’t interfere with DeepSeek’s long-term push in frontier AI research, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Fish and Wildlife Service had not relied on the best scientific and commercial data available in adding the lizard to the list.

From Salon Jul. 15, 2026

On the opening of the strait, the MOU obligated Iran only to “make arrangements using its best efforts for the safe passage of commercial ships with no charge for 60 days only.”

From Slate Jul. 15, 2026

As the technologies mature, they could strengthen the commercial space sector by opening new markets, reducing costs, expanding customer choice, and introducing entirely new capabilities for space operations.

From Science Daily Jul. 15, 2026

Frank and Joe had never seen her this excited—even when her Tasty, Tasty Treats Ice Cream commercial was aired for the first time!

From "Hopping Mad (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #4)" by Franklin W. Dixon

The price paid for sponsored posts on social media is not as standardised as rates in traditional media, such as television commercials, Duffy said.

From BBC Jun. 30, 2026

“Do the commercials, bank the cheque, and think of the bigger picture,” his agent tells George when he complains.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

Casting directors looking for a “Paul Avery type” would turn the actor away because he was in too many commercials.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 23, 2026

Some are straightforward commercials for various sponsors, as one might expect from a grift-forward event like this one.

From Slate Jun. 16, 2026

Sitting in his corner always made Billy think of commercials being played on television between the rounds.

From "145th Street: Short Stories" by Walter Dean Myers




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