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[stem] / stɛm /






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Menefee has said he supports regulating the crypto industry rather than fighting it, and that the differing perspectives between him and Green stem from a generational divide.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

His successful but ultimately draining first inning led to UNC scoring four in the next two innings, knocking the Trojans into a huge hole and forcing its bullpen to stem the tide.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

In Colorado, Kimberly Jones has grown her herd of goats from 25 to 250 in seven years, deploying their efficient teeth, hooves and stomachs to clear undergrowth to stem the spread of flames.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

They compared gene expression in neural stem cells treated with MK-4, which promotes neuronal differentiation, with cells treated using a compound that suppresses the process.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

A leaf lying back against a stem as if it had no strength to stand up by itself.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff




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