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While much of the attention focuses on ensuring fabrics don’t shrink, snag, or fade in the laundry, a few common laundry mistakes can also cause damage to your garments in the form of wrinkles that even the most qualified irons have a tough go at pressing out.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2025 -
The film focuses on Chisholm’s 1972 presidential campaign, marking the first time a Black candidate ran for a major party in American history.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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So as the draft nears, the Patriots remain without a long-term blindside protector for Drake Maye.—
Dan Pompei,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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On to spring, as March nears the end!—
Law Murray,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Closes in (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closes%20in%20%28on%29. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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