pending
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It called for "caution in making judgements and assigning blame regarding the incident, pending the Lebanese army's investigation to determine the full circumstances".
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
An open-ended designation without a pending nomination, Roberts concluded, would conflict with the constitutional requirement of Senate confirmation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
The home has seemingly found a new buyer and is pending sale, according to property records.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
Opening an inquest into Huntley's death, County Durham and Darlington senior coroner Jeremy Chipperfield said his further inquiry would be suspended pending criminal proceedings.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
It’s important to remember that once your adjustment-of-status application is pending, you will not be subjected to random deportation unless you commit a crime.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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The Westing Game
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