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taking

[tay-king] / ˈteɪ kɪŋ /




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The findings suggest that stimulating nerves in the ear could eventually help certain people whose blood pressure remains elevated despite taking medication.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026

Gianluigi Donnarumma: Conceded an early corner after taking too long over a goal-kick, poor kicking often put team-mates in trouble and should have done better for the second goal.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

“We are committed to carefully evaluating their findings and taking appropriate action to further strengthen our standards and culture of safety,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026

All participants were already taking at least one medication to lower their blood pressure, but their readings remained above recommended levels.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026

“Names, then,” said the sergeant, taking out his notebook.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo


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