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[wuhns] / wʌns /




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But when snowmelt arrives early, the agency can’t catch it once the reservoir reaches a certain level — even when no storms are in the immediate forecast.

From Los Angeles Times

It was once one of the wealthiest places on Earth, as spices, silk and jewels from India moved through its waters destined for trading centers like Baghdad, and ultimately Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal

As another celebrity once confidently pointed out, when you’re a star, you can do anything.

From Salon

The key difference is that enlicitide is taken orally once a day, making it a simpler option for patients.

From Science Daily

The researchers also found that once the topology goes beyond two dimensions, it can no longer be described by a single number.

From Science Daily