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According to reports in US media, the airman hid himself in a mountain crevice and restricted the use of his beacon - concerned the signal could be picked up by Iran.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Penygraig's Edwards started the brighter and picked up the first couple of rounds after landing quick counter right hands and utilising the jab effectively.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
One year’s national champion, once picked over, can become the next season’s also-ran.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
“I sang unconsciously a lot. My patients always picked up on it — they’d be like, ‘Every time you come in, you’re singing.’”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Mr. Lew laid down the paper and picked up the tea.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
