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practice

[prak-tis] / ˈpræk tɪs /


NOUN
business; clientele of business
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After speaking with other poets whose work had appeared on state exam papers, she believes that is standard practice, with the selections kept confidential until the exams take place.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In practice this suggests that McLeod doesn’t have what most workers would recognize as a real job.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

U.S. men’s national soccer team coach Mauricio Pochettino waves to fans attending practice on Monday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Certainly, many teens would prefer to spend their money than invest long term — and some may need to use the money for college — but the goal is to practice balance, said Nauta.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

“Win or lose, the practice would be good for you.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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