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as in intrusion
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as in swelling
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Noun
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Small municipalities typically have neither the expertise nor the funds to adequately secure their infrastructure, leaving them open to intrusion.—
Sue Halpern,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026 -
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals, citing the unbearable intrusions of the British press and a lack of support from the palace.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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An infant’s accidental exposure to an infected child can mean serious illness, brain swelling and sometimes death.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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According to the Mayo Clinic, meningitis is an infection and swelling of the fluid and membranes around the brain and spinal cord.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Trademark infringement claims could be used to argue AI content is confusingly similar, which is generally prohibited by trademark law.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Udio and Sunio share custody of the copyright infringement lawsuit brought by Universal, Sony, and Warner.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
21 Sep. 2025
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These cells cause vascular dilatation, resulting in crimson skin tone that is associated with niacin usage.—
Amber Smith,
Discover Magazine,
11 Oct. 2022
Noun
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Felicia Anderson, 39, is wanted on a half-dozen criminal counts, including first-degree assault, second-degree assault and weapons violations.—
Alexa Ashwell,
Baltimore Sun,
1 May 2026
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This is a brazen violation of international law.—
Lincoln Anderson,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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The dough combines wheat flour with soy and rice flours, producing a lighter, chewier texture with more puff.—
The Sacramento Bee staff,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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At the end of the clip, viewers will see a puff of black smoke.—
Ryan Brennan
April 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Of particular note is Niall’s mother, Lori (Neve McIntosh), who joins her ex-girlfriend, Maura (Marianne McIvor), in defending Ruben despite his many transgressions.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Insiders at the firm started leaking incriminating documents to the Wall Street Journal reporters Clark and Louch, who began publishing evidence of the firm’s transgressions.—
Hettie O'Brien,
The Dial,
21 Apr. 2026
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Swap out old knobs and handles for brass ones to add a sophisticated, elegant touch.—
Farima Ferguson,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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In older homes, Reiner warns that outdated materials like aluminum or knob-and-tube wiring can be fire hazards, too, and may even prevent a home from being insured or financed.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Obtrusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtrusion. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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