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description

[dih-skrip-shuhn] / dɪˈskrɪp ʃən /




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One group saw the image and description of the item they wanted to buy and an additional prompt that the item was likely to be out of stock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The latter is baked into the law as a discretionary grant that is, despite USCIS’s description of it as an “extraordinary relief,” closer to the norm.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

After the call Eryn shed tears of joy and hopes the support from the Hollywood star will help raise awareness of the need for audio description to be available in cinemas.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

“The gated, private parcel offers dramatic panoramic city views and sweeping vistas, with multiple usable tiers featuring generous flat pads, terraced gardens, and a dedicated pool level,” the description notes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Whatever it was, I’d picked up the book and read the description.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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