preliminary
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Sharma said preliminary reports indicated that all the seafarers were safe and that authorities were coordinating across government agencies to ensure their security.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
The biggest effect probably will be felt in Los Angeles, which has an estimated 150 transit stops covered by the bill, according to the city’s preliminary assessment.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Private consumption increased 0.3%, holding steady from the preliminary report.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The preliminary report, released on July 12, indicated External link that two fuel cutoff switches transitioned from “RUN” to “CUTOFF,” according to the flight data recorder.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
By 1954, after some preliminary field trials on Florida islands, Dr. Knipling was ready for a full- scale test of his theory.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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