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The company has relied on its oral-health portfolio to offset weakness in product categories like respiratory and digestive health during a milder cold and flu season, particularly in Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

While Kim Jong Il visited China repeatedly and relied on Beijing's backing, his son moved quickly to accelerate North Korea's nuclear programme.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

They also noted that as its U.S. business stumbles, Lululemon has increasingly relied on China for growth.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

The standard treatment for advanced pancreatic cancer has historically relied on chemotherapy, potent drugs designed to kill rapidly dividing cells.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

Instead, she relied on the science of cryptology.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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