as in extremely
to a great degree
heavily spiced sausage the family was heavily in debt
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The Election Betting Odds tool, which compiles odds from multiple sites, leans heavily toward Republicans taking control of the Senate from Democrats by a margin of 83% to 17% as of 7:10 p.m. EST.
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Derek Saul, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Harris has leaned heavily on presenting Trump as unstable, unhinged, and dictatorial in the final weeks of the campaign.
—W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 5 Nov. 2024
In Georgia, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution has invested heavily in statewide polling and stationed reporters across the city and state.
—Brian Stelter, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
Trump supporters voted heavily on Election Day in 2020.
—W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Nov. 2024
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Derek Saul, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Harris has leaned heavily on presenting Trump as unstable, unhinged, and dictatorial in the final weeks of the campaign.
—W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 5 Nov. 2024
In Georgia, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution has invested heavily in statewide polling and stationed reporters across the city and state.
—Brian Stelter, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
Trump supporters voted heavily on Election Day in 2020.
—W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Nov. 2024
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Courtney Hiatt, who graduated from the cadet academy in April, said hearing how firefighters dealt with their mental health was extremely helpful.Fernanda Figueroa, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The photo instructions in the kit are extremely helpful here.Beka Garris, Outdoor Life, 20 Nov. 2024
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But though ruthlessly efficient at killing off some frog species, the fungus is highly vulnerable to heat: Temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius (about 85 degrees Fahrenheit) slow disease progression.Martin J. Kernan, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2024
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And last month the board approved a contract for separate legal counsel from the county office — a move that is highly unusual for education offices, Fine said.Molly Gibbs, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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But there is something terribly wrong with a friend who brings an uninvited guest, especially one who openly criticizes the host and the food.Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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The trailer below shows Daryl and Carol back on the trail in new locations, meeting new groups including people dancing around some burning effigy not looking terribly sane.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The tutorials are very informative, and produce real-world results like illuminating an LED, activating a buzzer, and other fun projects).Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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On the grill: Believe it or not, grilling is a very healthy way to cook meat.Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Buck Bedding Areas Buck bedding areas are incredibly productive spots throughout the early season, pre-rut, and late season.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The lineup is an incredibly solid mix of Latin music styles, ranging from regional Mexican to various kinds of pop.Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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But the supply for most of our goods and services had been badly disrupted.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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Cleveland led by 19 after the first quarter and the game was never close after that, the Lakers sputtering badly on both ends of the court.Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
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Keith has turned Danni down too many times and can feel the tension from her.Emma Soren, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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Gift cards, too, are simply cash by another name, only restricted to specific stores.Allie Volpe, Vox, 19 Nov. 2024
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This magic dress is technically loungewear, but its silhouette-hugging fit is so flattering that most people incorporate it into their daily wardrobe, including quite a few of our editors.Annie Blackman, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
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Most folks think of LED masks as red light only, but both have benefits for your skin, so having a two-in-one device truly makes the most of your buck.Nena Farrell, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2024
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