practice
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Though Kemp, whose last international appearance came during the 2025 Ashes whitewash, will not bowl in the 50-over series against New Zealand that begins on Sunday, she has been bowling in practice since January.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
That reflects local laws, which curb the practice.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
In practice, this means “exercises that build your butt while minimizing growth in the quads, hamstrings and thighs.”
From Salon • May 8, 2026
A right can be denied outright, or it can be abridged, reduced, made less meaningful in practice while remaining formally available.
From Slate • May 8, 2026
Dad promised he’d get me to practice last week, but then an order of drywall was being delivered and he had to be there to sign for it.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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