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However, that result did not reach statistical significance, which the researchers said could reflect the smaller number of prostate cancer cases within that group.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 27, 2026
“This is not part of a larger downsizing effort. The Brentwood, Elko, and Petaluma closures each reflect local market conditions and long-term financial sustainability assessed for that store,” said Chelsea Carbahal, a Raley’s spokesperson.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
The Regulator took no action against Tongue for his part in the controversy, but the paceman admitted he was forced to reflect on his involvement and the fragility of a career as an England cricketer.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
"And I was heartened to hear Julia reflect that that was the experience that took place in our office."
From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026
It is a fact of history that we often don’t realize how important or transformative certain events or developments are until well afterward and enough time has passed to allow us to reflect upon them.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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Sanganeria’s mindset reflects a broader shift in the city’s luxury-housing landscape.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
"I always want to challenge myself in new ways, so my artistry & skating can evolve. It's important to me that my sport reflects my personal growth," she wrote on Instagram.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
“The evidence reflects that plaintiff’s whereabouts were effectively ignored.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
The new price target reflects a gain of over 50% from the $559 level that Meta shares closed at on Monday.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026
The light from the sky reflects off of the ethereal sword, and the inscriptions glow like they’re powered by rainbows.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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"I wouldn't say they enjoy interacting with humans," reflected Heide-Jorgensen, noting "they do it under protest."
From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026
She added: "Wales is an energy-rich nation. People should see that reflected in good jobs, stronger communities and lower bills."
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Their Christianity is core to how they see themselves — and they see that reflected in Owens, who converted to Roman Catholicism in 2024.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
Those investments reflected a belief that America could shape its own future while ensuring that working families shared in the prosperity that followed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
The ballet teacher reflected in the mirror clutched her throat as if Belet was about to launch herself at her.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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Comparable sales, which account for store openings and closings, rose 3.5%, topping the 2.6% increase that analysts had forecast and reflecting growth in both traffic and average transaction amount.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Brighthouse’s share price has dropped about 20% since late July, when the Walter investigation was reported, reflecting investor skepticism that the deal will go through, analysts said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
Scott interjects stories from his career throughout our conversation, reflecting as far back as his first short film, “Boy and Bicycle,” which he made with his brother in 1965.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
Tesla “also noted that further Model Y additions to the robotaxi fleet are being limited, reflecting management’s conviction in the near-term scalability of Cybercab,” added Gupta, who rates Tesla’s stock at neutral.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026
The descending arches made Frank feel dizzy, as if he were looking into an endlessly reflecting mirror.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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