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[turm] / tɜrm /






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Some scientists are concerned the pingers will only work in the short term - before dolphins get used to the noise and possibly even associate the noise with fishing.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Management expects to have more than 7,000 stores nationwide in the long term.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Wednesday’s $17.5 billion delay-draw term loan is not Amazon’s first shot at raising debt for its AI plans.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Reliable VPNs are subscription-based, and prices may increase over time — many providers’ introductory rates jump significantly at renewal, so it’s worth checking what you’ll be paying after the first term.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

That’s the term that best applies when I see Fleetwood’s sweaty pink face.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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