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A winter storm that led to thousands of flight cancellations, as well as the partial government shutdown, which led to long lines at airports, could also be focal points for Delta’s call.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

The Justice Department said in court filings that as of March 23, 1,700 colleges and universities had either completed their submissions or qualified for extensions after sending in partial reports.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Blend for body A partial purée — just enough to thicken—gives you richness without the need for long reduction.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The process would open the door to something akin to a partial privatization of the domestic-fuel market, said Rick Herrero, director of the Washington-based Cuba Study Group, a policy and advocacy organization.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Molly’s own childhood memories are scant and partial.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline