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separate

[sep-uh-reyt, sep-er-it] / ˈsɛp əˌreɪt, ˈsɛp ər ɪt /






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In a separate poll last year, 37% had a positive view of big business, down from 58% in 2012.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

That led some aerospace experts to wonder whether separate fighter jets might be better -- although that would likely add costs, a potential problem for France's already strained government budget.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Until now, these technologies have typically required separate propellants and hardware, adding weight and complexity.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

A separate email alleged that Gates sought to "surreptitiously" give his then-wife Melinda antibiotics to protect her from the same infection.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The spirit wavered and made three separate attempts to move toward the circle’s participants.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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