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The government has set an interim target of 65% by March 2026 and we'll get that figure on Thursday 14 May.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
A new study aims to put a dollar figure on the total wear and tear on the country’s urban infrastructure, and arrives at $1.03 trillion.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
He hasn’t put forth a figure on how much the system would cost, and questions remain how it would work, given the vastly different ways that departments submit information about contracts and payments.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
This was a heartfelt triumph for the towering tournament most outstanding player who overcame mental health issues to become the toughest figure on the floor.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
He paused for a moment and peered at the figure on the platform.
From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding
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