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as in to hang around
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Reid took copious amounts of notes and was a good listener, and his mix of self-effacement and football curiosity made him someone Holmgren, who was a decade older, liked hanging around.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC News,
6 Feb. 2025 -
The houses are hanging around the walls waiting for the smell of fresh paint to leave them before the prospective tenants will even look them over.—
Kay Johnson,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
16 Feb. 2025
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Konate’s discipline causes concern This was an afternoon to forget for Ibrahima Konate.—
Gregg Evans,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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When he himself isn’t bummed out, Scott Avett (who flew to New York to be with the cast and crew during its final week) remains philosophical.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2025
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Expecting to see spikes in seasonal affective disorder, Dr. Leibowitz was shocked to learn that Nordic people weren’t all that bummed out by the long, dark, and extreme winters.—
Julia Ries,
SELF,
16 Jan. 2025
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The rap mogul had a stroke in 2024 and had been using a cane since; according to Page Six, he’s also been open about his struggles with diabetes, admitting to neglecting to take insulin as needed.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Feb. 2025
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Casey’s Safe Haven, founded in 2011, rescues horses, many with severe medical and behavioral issues due to neglect or mistreatment.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Most asteroids hang about in the Mars to Jupiter region, and the ones near Earth obviously hang about a bit closer.—
Dana Taylor,
USA TODAY,
2 Oct. 2024
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The big picture: The nine-block shopping district got its own Art Deco-style sign on Monday, which now hangs about 25 feet in the air over Cary Street by Burtons Grill & Bar.—
Sabrina Moreno,
Axios,
1 Oct. 2024
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Plus: What better way for locals to veg out during a stressful election season than with some grade-A on-screen drama?—
Mimi Montgomery,
Axios,
19 Sep. 2024
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This isn't only a place to veg out, though.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2023
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The vehicles also worsen traffic on Lima’s major thoroughfares, increasing idling by cars and trucks, which are rarely electric.—
Maria Gioia,
The Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2025
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Just as a yellow cab turned right into the intersection, the idling truck inched forward, seemingly preparing for a wide right turn onto E. 169th St., the video shows.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2025
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