sap
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Before, Ahmad could tap — meaning to cut incisions in the acacia trees, which exude sap that a few weeks later hardens into nodules of Hashab gum — four orchards in one go.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
It could sap companies of a financial buffer if their core businesses struggle while they are still waiting for the AI bonanza to materialize.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Advancements that seek to end the friction of reality — the freak occurrences, edge cases and bum luck of a given day — ultimately sap the world of excitement and color.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
But the gains are set to lose steam if higher mortgage rates sap more spending power from buyers.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
“Well, sap Gum Baby down and stick her to a wall. Is that who I think it is?”
From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia
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