combination
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Alex Lane said the site used to have around 500 birds in its captive collection - but, a combination of Brexit and avian influenza means today, there are fewer than 100.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Although other specialized microscopes can achieve finer resolution, the combination of detailed imaging, gentle illumination, and extended observation makes iISM particularly valuable for studying living biological systems.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
This combination improved the treatment's ability to stimulate a broader antitumor response.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
It would be Musk’s second major combination of his companies in as many years, after SpaceX acquired xAI in February.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
“So whatever lock we’re looking for,” said Sierra, “couldn’t have the same combination as that one.”
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
Chants of 'oh Fabio Wardley' were quickly silenced as Dubois continued to unload punishing combinations.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Only one of the four possible combinations of answers centers on birth year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
Across multiple combinations of datasets, we find a consistent, mild preference for primordial magnetic fields, ranging from about 1.5 to three standard deviations.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 4, 2026
Walton appeared on Steve Harvey's television show aged 11 to showcase his boxing ability, throwing combinations on the pads before also demonstrating his gymnastics skills with a backflip.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Within seconds he was stabbing out moves, trying combinations, seeking won endings, and rattling off variations, his fingers barely able to keep pace with his thoughts.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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