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Various regional powers, including Qatar and Pakistan, have been trying for months without success to bring a definitive halt to the war.
From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026
The tight margin means it could be weeks before a definitive outcome is known, as New Zealand counts some ballots—known as special votes—up to 10 days after election day.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 7, 2026
The discovery provides the first definitive chemical confirmation of molecules derived from hemoglobin inside fossilized dinosaur red blood cells.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026
As lawyers now draw up a definitive list of the late actresses' assets, the Foundation accused de Chiara of removing items from La Madrague, including her Mini Moke jeep.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
I knew where he was coming from, but still, I suggested it would have helped me out if he’d given a definitive no to surfer boy.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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