1
as in overly
beyond a normal or acceptable limit
ticket prices for the rock concert are simply too high
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2
as in then
in addition to what has been said
I want to buy this sweater—and that sweater too!
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as in extremely
to a great degree
the audience didn't seem too interested in what the speaker had to say
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Cal Fire and the U.S. Forest Service have made some progress with thinning and prescribed burns in forests, but much more needs to be done after decades of fire suppression has allowed too much dead wood and brush to build up, especially with climate change increasing temperatures, Stephens said.
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Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
There will be carve-outs for low-income workers, a discount on tunnel tolls, and a steep markdown overnight (all of which were on the old plan, too).
—Nolan Hicks, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
But a complete surrender to this form of reasoning, though tempting, is likely to lead the U.S. to overlook the disproportionate impact of these systems on nations that are too poor to participate in the AI arms race.
—Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
Lower-Third Ridge Benches Similarly, lower-third benches are important, too.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
There will be carve-outs for low-income workers, a discount on tunnel tolls, and a steep markdown overnight (all of which were on the old plan, too).
—Nolan Hicks, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
But a complete surrender to this form of reasoning, though tempting, is likely to lead the U.S. to overlook the disproportionate impact of these systems on nations that are too poor to participate in the AI arms race.
—Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
Lower-Third Ridge Benches Similarly, lower-third benches are important, too.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Those efforts nonetheless take up many hours of screen time, and are padded out by even thinner material like Willis’ friend Fatty (Ronny Chieng) accidentally drawing crowds to Golden Palace by being overly rude to white patrons — a one-note joke sustained for too many beats.Alison Herman, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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The company faced similar backlash in 2009 when the design was replaced by a simple — overly minimalist, some say — glass of orange juice.Rachel Raposas, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
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Hurricane Ernesto: Struck Puerto Rico on Aug. 24 with significant flooding, then hit Bermuda.Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The tycoon then retreated from public life, and Beijing began a fierce crackdown on the tech sector.Juliana Liu, CNN, 22 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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No one is bad, exactly, but no one is trying very hard, either.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
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The modifications don’t just result in marginal gains, either, as these cars have set production vehicle lap records at race tracks like the Nürburgring and Silverstone.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 22 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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Bucks also bed in areas that offer plenty of horizontal cover.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
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Such ongoing protection is also currently required by U.S. law.Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 22 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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Usually comprised of at least a dozen companies, including publishers of source material, radio and TV stations, advertising agencies and more besides, consensus from the production committee is necessary for most major artistic and commercial decisions.Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
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But after two impeachments, a reelection defeat, the disgrace of January 6, multiple indictments, a felony conviction, and much else besides, Trump has gained strength rather than shed it.Rich Lowry, National Review, 30 Oct. 2024
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