modern
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Scientists attribute that acceleration to dark energy, one of the most significant unsolved questions in modern physics.
From Science Daily • Jun. 29, 2026
She instead asks how people actually use modern technology.
From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026
The Ministry of Defence has said plans to replace ageing warship will be scrapped in favour of building at least six new modern "hybrid" vessels equipped to deploy drones.
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
Dance always spoke to her, and she explained that the “highlight” of her “young years” was when her father drove them to Topeka to watch a German modern dance company perform “The Green Table.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026
“They’re modern and adapting and moving forward. It’s not about superficial appearances or stereotypes, and it’s not about living in the past —it’s about honoring that past by building a future. . . .”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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President Obama's second inaugural address
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