unclear

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Although mitochondrial performance is known to decline with age, the reasons behind this gradual deterioration have remained unclear.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

She said previous studies had focussed more on porpoises but the picture "remained unclear" for common dolphins.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Although the recent May earnings report showed signs of recovery, with margins rising to 9.9%, it’s unclear if those levels are sustainable going forward.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Rights groups said two people died, though the circumstances of their deaths remain unclear.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Min sat motionless for a long moment—long enough for Tree-ear to wonder if perhaps his request had been unclear.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park