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Third, operational command of Kamikaze planes is difficult because results cannot be evaluated with any accuracy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025 -
Instead, the major drama comes in the form of Ivy’s corruption by her acting coach, as Ivy gradually goes method and becomes as difficult to work with as Marilyn was (one of this musical’s many meta moments).—
Christian Lewis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Wang has $106,000 in independent support, the majority of it from Empower Oakland, a nonprofit co-founded by mayoral candidate Loren Taylor that has emerged as a formidable funding arm in the city’s politics.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2025
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Cornyn is considered a formidable fundraiser; he’s brought in more than $415 million during his time in the Senate.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
11 Apr. 2025
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In a statement provided by her attorney to THR, Smith denied the claims of abuse, arduous working hours and dearth of appropriate compensation and said that Rockelle had appeared in several accusers’ videos without payment or common labor protections.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
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After four arduous episodes of beating Wihan’s dead horse, conflict is finally escalating again.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Here, the bathing rituals appear even more laborious and time-intensive, but feel less about vanity.—
Anna Haines,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
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Some manufacturing advocates and economists questioned Trump’s underlying logic, saying supply chain issues, high costs, workforce needs and the laborious process of moving production to the U.S. stand in the way.—
Bloomberg News,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2025
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Over the next two years, Muhammad rang up five more victories against progressively tougher competition.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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On the other side, the Grizzlies had an even tougher time with Curry, who finished with 52 points on 16-of-31 shooting.—
Anthony Slater,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For this, the wider technology industry still has a strenuous battle to fight, though the value is slowly starting to materialize.—
Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, M.D.,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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After the operation, I wouldn’t be allowed to lift anything remotely heavy or do any strenuous activity for four to six weeks.—
Nicola Dall'Asen,
Allure,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Acid reflux is referred to in the medical community as gastroesophageal reflux (GER), or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for more severe and long-lasting cases.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The governor also recognized the extraordinary service of a former Army veteran who Newsom said faced severe struggles after serving his country.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The song is about a man who doesn’t appear to be murderous being the ultimate killer.—
Alan Light,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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That discomfort makes sense, as Pap returns to earth to let Juicy know his death was by Rev’s murderous hands, and the only way to avenge him is to make Juicy’s own hands a killing weapon.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Toilful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toilful. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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