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[pet] / pɛt /






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Prices for things like lawn care, pet care and laundry services have gone up more than usual due to a scarcity of labor and continued high demand.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

England superfan Shang Jianxing, who bought a Portugal pet carrier for a friend, believes China's football culture is at the start of becoming a way of life.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

After a degree in economics at Queen Mary University, London, he became an advertising executive, selling pet food and hand-rolled tobacco.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

WSJ | Buy Side: Find budget-friendly pet insurance without compromising on solid coverage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"I don't think so, Sam. I think he ran away. He just didn't want to be in a pet show."

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry




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