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Their disappearance has made it difficult for researchers to determine whether they are related to any animals living today.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
The goal is minimal, a memorandum of understanding to stop the fighting, open the strait and set up talks on more difficult issues.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Viewed in that context, paying a further $160 simply to have the company revisit a repair that has not restored normal operation seems difficult to justify.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
"It is very difficult for the younger generation to find that kind of love. They are yearning for it, they seek it in films."
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
One of the most annoying things about my sister is how difficult it is to stay angry with her.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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President Obama's second inaugural address
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