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mainly

[meyn-lee] / ˈmeɪn li /


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That’s mainly because global refining capacity for finished fuels is severely constrained by geopolitical conflicts and facility disruptions, even as crude supplies remain relatively stable.

From MarketWatch Aug. 16, 2026

Researchers say the finding points to a surprising mechanism and challenges the prevailing idea that chronic viral reactivation occurs mainly because of immunosuppression.

From Science Daily Aug. 16, 2026

For the inflation data, TD Securities expects a modest rise, mainly driven by the cap increase by U.K. energy regulator Ofgem.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

"This is mainly due to the club's perception of its worth not being matched by that of sponsors themselves," Maguire said.

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

Kerling had worked as a chauffeur, and Neubauer had worked mainly as a cook.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple




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