threshold
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One-third of participants on 12 mg doses saw their weight fall into a healthy weight range, while two-thirds fell below the threshold for obesity, Eli Lilly said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
“The product has a very low odor threshold, meaning people may notice a scent even when concentrations are well below levels associated with health concerns,” health officials said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Indonesia's rupiah hit its weakest level ever against the dollar on Thursday, breaching the psychological 18,000 threshold amid concerns about the country's economy amid surging energy costs.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
That token-price increase has tested some companies’ threshold for what they’re willing to pay for AI versus human capital.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Without a word Neel and Rupa crept to the threshold to listen.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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