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[vahyt-l] / ˈvaɪt l /




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For others, it’s a travesty that will deprive the state’s rivers of vital water and push its declining native fish closer to extinction.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

Researchers believe the area functioned as a relatively stable ecological refuge, maintaining vital habitats and resources over long periods.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026

"Music is a vital element of our cultural lifeblood, and we can't wait to welcome 6 Music listeners to learn more about how vibrant the city has become."

From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026

He said his security chiefs hid vital information from him ahead of Oct.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

Monitoring, both remote and local, is vital to saving lives.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone


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