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In my estimation, the productivity unlocked across industries would be as if the 17 million baby boomers expected to retire between now and 2034 never do so.
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Joseph H. Davis, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
Instead, in the name of protecting the historic structure, the board will be suspended by an independent system, as if arms were reaching over the rim and into the bowl.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
However, be aware that there suddenly seems to be pressure from your daily responsibilities and employment, as if there are minute projects that need attention.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
Academic Writing as if Readers Matter by Leonard Cassuto is an engaging, practical guide to how to become a better academic writer.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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Joseph H. Davis, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
Instead, in the name of protecting the historic structure, the board will be suspended by an independent system, as if arms were reaching over the rim and into the bowl.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
However, be aware that there suddenly seems to be pressure from your daily responsibilities and employment, as if there are minute projects that need attention.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
Academic Writing as if Readers Matter by Leonard Cassuto is an engaging, practical guide to how to become a better academic writer.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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“As if.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/as%20if. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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