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special

[spesh-uhl] / ˈspɛʃ əl /


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To nurture its drone industry, Beijing encourages numerous sectors, including agriculture, local government and tourism, to integrate drones, “complemented by public investment in enabling infrastructure, including the use of local government special bonds,” Rhodium writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

It said divers with special equipment had been sent to the area, describing a search operation as a very high risk.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

School districts have seen an explosion in special education costs in recent years, forcing them to encroach on their general funds.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

This special runway show last took place in Los Angeles in 2017.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“This is such a special moment,” Livingston said.

From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan




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