as in realms
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
many feel that church leaders stray outside of their proper ambit when they make specific political endorsements
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No one has lived on a distant planet, in the far future, or any place where dragons or wizards rule—so, kudos to anyone who can make such realms feel truly lived in.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Sep. 2025 -
There are a number of changes to make in the realms of sleep, exercise, diet and nutrition that can impact the body’s stress response, a complex process that involves the release of key hormones like cortisol.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
17 Sep. 2025
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Clearly delineate roles and scopes.—
Vinayak Mahtani,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Along the way, bitcoin has broken out from five prior downward-sloping ranges similar to this one—a positive technical sign.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Investigators used tools including open-source information and high-resolution satellite images to identify the sites and specifics such as firing ranges and trenches.—
Joanna Kakissis,
NPR,
17 Sep. 2025
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For a fuller look, use a pumpkin with wide dimensions and a flat top so the leaves can flow outwards.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Through striking images, the show offers an extended exploration of identity, gender and environment, highlighting the personal and political dimensions of women’s lives.—
Amy Carleton,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
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