cracking

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Elon Musk's X has committed to cracking down on illegal content to protect UK users, Britain's media regulator said Friday, as it steps up pressure on social media platforms.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Once everything had collapsed into a jammy, fragrant base, I added a splash of water and a little bouillon to loosen the sauce into something stew-adjacent before cracking eggs directly into the skillet.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Holidaymakers have told the BBC how some hotels and resorts are cracking down on people reserving sun loungers with towels, after a man won a payout over the practice.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Refineries turn crude oil into products like jet fuel, diesel and gasoline, and right now, van Zuylen pointed out, these cracking spreads are “insanely high” and are driving profitability.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Whips of water slapped at the bukavac’s face, snapping and cracking as they hit.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack