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[pahr] / pɑr /


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The fuel performed on par with conventional ionic liquid propellants typically used in electric propulsion systems.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Losses are par for the course in the quantum sector, but Quantinuum’s revenue actually declined in the latest quarter while its losses ballooned.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Hull and Gabby Lopez, who also finished seven under par, had to share second place - Hull's fifth runner-up finish in the majors.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

There would be no playoff, not with Korda closing the deal with a par on No. 18.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Fortunately, going to the movies seems to suddenly qualify as an intellectual accomplishment, on a par with reading a book or devoting time to serious thought.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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