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consumption

[kuhn-suhmp-shuhn] / kənˈsʌmp ʃən /


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His messages on Sunday night that he would stop Netanyahu may have been meant for Tehran's consumption to distance Washington from Israel's strikes.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Management highlighted consumption growth across the portfolio and continued strength from Rao’s pasta sauce, which surpassed $1 billion in trailing 12-month sales.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

While some Americans are enjoying the fruits of the stock market bonanza, their consumption is stirring inflation and lower-income consumers are missing out altogether, says Bank of America.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Just five of the concept plans included projections for water consumption and six listed options for where they would get their water.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Mam always says it’s the damp clothes that give you the consumption and an early grave.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt




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