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shallow

[shal-oh] / ˈʃæl oʊ /




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This perspective views patriotism more as shallow performance than anything else—a lighthearted distraction from more serious issues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

Chizi said he has no regrets because the space for stand-up in China has become "much more confined" and the subjects are often "very shallow".

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

It’s also safe to eat for three to four days, provided the chicken is stored properly in shallow, airtight containers rather than in its original plastic packaging.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

Traditionally, researchers have linked them almost exclusively to photosynthetic microbial mats living in shallow water.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

Most of the Little Shady was shallow enough to wade.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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