drilled
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Despite being drilled 23 years apart, the samples revealed strikingly similar patterns of oxygen isotopes, which scientists use to reconstruct past environmental conditions.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026
This principle was drilled into me in my first job, working on ballistic missile defense systems.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
"All the infrastructure is there, all the wells are drilled, it's ready to turn on," said Matt Cooper, senior vice president at energy consultancy Rystad Energy.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
Hurzeler has drilled his Brighton side to play with high intensity, both on and off the ball.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
Captain Prince said, “Mr. Collins, have the men drilled twice a day until further orders. Have Lem and Tom divide the detail.”
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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