practice

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Neither of them made any substantive changes to core Roman Catholic doctrine, but when you’re the bishop of Rome and the head of the world’s largest single religious denomination, practice matters more than theory.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

“Taking initiative, being a self starter and being able to advocate for yourself is a skillset that is helpful when you practice law.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Cat expert Emily Blackwell said, while she does not condemn the practice, she also does not recommend it - adding that it depends on the cat and owner to make it a success.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

"Just listening to their practice descriptions in the mission simulations... It brings chills up my arms," Young said.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

“Just…wrong. I don’t know. She’s sad. She failed her practice test, and she’s saying weird stuff.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy