drastic
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Almost everything Saturday was a drastic improvement from last year’s program-worst 3-9 season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
“When a new speedrun world record is on the line, drastic measures must be taken,” Maayah said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
He also added that he was pleased with the drastic reduction in illegal border crossings.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
Ezri Konsa's imminent £51m departure to Arsenal is the latest high-profile exit at Villa Park this summer as Unai Emery's squad undergoes drastic change.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
A slight tweak can produce drastic and often unforeseen results.
From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt
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