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make

[meyk] / meɪk /










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To make matters worse for the planet nine theory, this is the fourth sednoid to be discovered.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

A handful of schools have outsize positions that make up a tenth or more of their endowments, unusual scenarios for institutions that typically aim to have well-diversified investment portfolios.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Nithya Raman had 115 days to make her case to Los Angeles voters.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

It will demand a willingness to renew the party and make difficult decisions about its leadership.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

All day, Phineas must keep an eye on his diggers to make sure they keep up.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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