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thinning



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"This is a timely study given the history of fire suppression in these forests and the state's increasing pace and scale of fuel thinning in recent years," Jin said.

From Science Daily Jul. 26, 2026

"Unlike Californian forests, where preventative measures can be taken through thinning, boreal forests, which are very dense, cannot be controlled," Bergeron said.

From Barron's Jul. 20, 2026

Wendy’s stock has fallen about 38% in the past year, weighed down by slumping U.S. sales and thinning margins thanks to higher prices on beef and other commodities.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

Sunscreen should be applied to all exposed skin, including the face, neck and ears - and head if you have thinning or no hair - ideally 30 minutes before you go out into the sun.

From BBC Jun. 22, 2026

Then he’s pulled off into the thinning hallway crowd.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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