operate
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The nuclear-armed country is believed to operate uranium enrichment facilities at three sites — Yongbyon, Kangson and Kusong.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Last year, the coalition of directors announced that American Cinematheque would operate the theater, hosting special screenings of new releases and repertory titles and conversations with filmmakers.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Air Liquide said it would build and operate a nitrogen production unit in Cheongju to begin operations in late 2027.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
He also said that the Israeli military would "continue to operate as planned in southern Lebanon".
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
In fact, only by standing on a wooden box could I reach the controls of the machine I was assigned to operate.
From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson
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