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highly

[hahy-lee] / ˈhaɪ li /


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Even if someone does become ill, it takes time for Ebola to progress from “dry” symptoms to highly contagious “wet” symptoms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Anthropic announced Tuesday that it has launched a new, highly capable model ahead of the artificial intelligence company’s initial public offering.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Their dating rumors were scrutinized at the time because Grande and Slater both had highly publicized splits from former spouses around the same time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The decision follows a highly sensitive process that has left the court under intense scrutiny.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Cousteau became a household name when he introduced the world to ocean and shipwreck exploration through Academy Award-winning films such as The Silent World and highly popular television series The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler




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