as in treating
to behave toward in a stated way
you need to be nice to your brother
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While technology has always played a role in diagnosing and treating disease, the health care industry as a whole has been slower to adopt innovative digital platforms for analyzing data to change how care is delivered.—
Alice Park,
Time,
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Alnylam’s therapeutics are being explored for treating genetic, heart and neurological diseases.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Matt believes that Ethan is handling the transition from high school to the pros well.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
20 Sep. 2025
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In addition to handling the mortgage fraud probe against James, Siebert's office has also been involved in a criminal investigation of Comey related to the agency's past probes of Russian interference in the 2016 election.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Greenfield's departure will therefore be considered a significant moment for Ben & Jerry's, while also serving as a symbol of the clash between corporate governance and brand activism.—
Hugh Cameron
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Getty Images Rec, a technology company serving the parks and recreation industry, has raised $11 million in a Series A funding round in which several former and current professional athletes participated.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Harvest Facial showcases Napa’s LIV + GRACE SKINCARE, using a soothing pumpkin enzyme mask to bring out autumn radiance.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Boiled down in a cauldron using traditional methods, the sulfate-free formula bubbles up into a lovely lather that washes hands without stripping them (the glycerin, as well as coconut, olive, and sweet almond oils, are to thank) and fills the room with its sophisticated, Provençal scents.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Being (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/being%20%28to%29. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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