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[pree-vee-uhs] / ˈpri vi əs /




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Asian stocks enjoyed a partial rebound from the previous day's rout as investors returned to the AI trade, while easing Middle East tensions also provided support and pushed oil prices down.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Raman’s campaign also received contributions from writers and comedians who have made up the council member’s donation base in her previous elections.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The previous version of the feature, known as App Intents, was largely ignored by developers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"This indicates that the mice may not necessarily forget the previous pathway to reward, but retain this information in case the situation changes again," says Dr. Sarpong.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

All I could do was wonder whether I’d known one of those boys myself, in a previous life.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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