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counterstroke

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as in stroke

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The Oscar-winning actress and former child star, who had a stroke in 2020, shared a rare photo of herself Friday on social media.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
There are scores of results across not just number theory but also geometry and theoretical computer science that the proofs of quasi-Riemann will, in a swift stroke, establish as mathematical truths.

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026

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In practice, that means keeping prep tools like knives, cutting boards and mixing bowls together near one counter and storing cookware, oils and utensils close to the stove.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026
The meat department calls to us, and as Yoon and I pace the counter, we’re hypnotized by the kaleidoscopic marbling on the pre-cut jowl, short rib and brisket.

— Vanessa Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

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Just when Kansas City appeared to be building momentum toward a Sunday night comeback, kicker Harrison Butker missed his second attempt of the night, dealing another blow to the Chiefs’ hopes.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026
Rutgers starting quarterback Dylan Lonergan left after sustaining a blow to the head 6 minutes, 25 seconds into the first quarter and didn’t return.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

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The midi dress was mostly form-fitting, creating a dynamic effect and use of proportions thanks to the off-the-shoulder neckline and dramatic sleeves and cuffs.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
Inside, there’s dedicated storage for rings and earrings, as well as larger necklaces and cuffs.

— Helena Madden, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026

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The result is a cumulative downforce touted as more than 661 pounds greater than that of the GT Speed variant.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2026
Only indiscriminate, promiscuous lovers of candy, any candy, could conceivably stomach a pound or two of candy corn before dinner, as Jerry Cohen and I can without heavy breathing.

— Jeffrey Steingarten, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026

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The couple was involved in transactions that saw American black bear gallbladders and cougar bones being smuggled into Vietnam, as well as black and white rhinoceros horns, lion teeth and a tiger pelt being illegally imported to Oregon.

— Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
Though domestic farms peaked about a decade ago, selling luxury pelts that often ended up in China, foreign farms have sprung up, threatening the business.

— Nat Lash, ProPublica, 23 Oct. 2026

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