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tend

[tend] / tɛnd /




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One of the biggest questions in aging research is why people tend to lose energy and vitality over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Known as the "California effect", legal and policy changes enacted in the state tend to lead to nationwide changes.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Research shows utilities with elected managers tend to deliver more affordable drinking water.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

But cryptos tend to trade based on sentiment, which was souring as the AI trade fizzled out.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Ma took to telling me about hidden blessings, saying I should be thankful Doc Kelly had come to town to tend to his dying father.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye




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