plug

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But the publication of its defence investment plan to plug a longer-term shortfall in investment was first expected back in late 2025 and has been pushed back -- to the frustration of industry and others.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But to sustain that interest in the intervening period, it would need to plug into the broader cinematic universe of European club soccer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The focus on automation is also meant to boost the competitiveness of Bosch's German factories and plug shortages of skilled labour.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

But as I held the shower over my head, suddenly the stream of water turned dark, as long strands of brown hair began coalescing around the plug hole in front of my eyes.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

I plug some headphones into the family laptop, select the angel food cake episode of The Great British Baking Show, and turn up the sound so I can’t hear them arguing.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan