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The other challenge is that symptoms from the parasite can take weeks to appear, making it hard for investigators to accurately trace back everything someone has eaten in order to pinpoint a common link.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

The company said at the time that fuel prices would need to come down, or its revenue performance would need to be stronger to offset the increased fuel costs, in order to hit its target.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

So here’s what I — or anyone — would need to know in order to give you some basic educational guidance on your situation without crossing ethics lines.

From MarketWatch Jul. 22, 2026

He or she was to “implement and study innovative approaches for building research capacity in order to engage and retain students from a range of institutions and diverse backgrounds in STEM.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

He had to let go of his secret in order to zip his lips.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry




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