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“A defining example is how Joyce Chen created Peking ravioli with a meatier filling to appeal to the region’s Italian-influenced tastes, even using the name ‘ravioli’ as a familiar reference point,” says Doo.
From Salon • May 3, 2026
Pro tip: To save on credits on Lovable or Replit, plan your design with ChatGPT first, then upload the mock-up image as a reference.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
The indictment did not reference any alleged gang affiliations or connections to a murder.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Neither did a government filing for Allen's detention on Wednesday contain any reference to a Secret Service officer being shot.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
She jumped up and lugged another armful of reference books to the table, which she then arranged in size order.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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