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Recent Examples of years
Ten years ago, on Mother’s Day, Fiona Galvin reported her 17-year-old daughter missing.
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Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Over the past 10 years, Quinn has seen an increase in challenging behavior and more emotions among her 6- and 7-year-olds, with a particular ramp-up since the pandemic.
—Stacker, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2026
The trial was delayed for years because of multiple postponements, defense challenges over the use of DNA evidence, and the efforts of prosecutors to reconstruct events involving multiple victims across a five-year timeline.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
The 308-pound calf was the first elephant born at the zoo in almost 25 years and only the third elephant birth in the zoo’s 136-year history.
—Michael E. Ruane, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2026
The event has been held annually for the past fifteen years, but this year there was an extra layer of sombreness to the proceedings, which the overcast skies seemed to reflect.
—Edwidge Danticat, New Yorker, 30 Jan. 2026
Coming off a career-high 73 points and just 24 years old on a $7 million-per-year deal (a bargain relative to Kaprizov's soon-to-be $17 million per year), Boldy is entering his prime and the Wild are looking for big things from him.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Over the past 10 years, Quinn has seen an increase in challenging behavior and more emotions among her 6- and 7-year-olds, with a particular ramp-up since the pandemic.
—Stacker, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2026
The trial was delayed for years because of multiple postponements, defense challenges over the use of DNA evidence, and the efforts of prosecutors to reconstruct events involving multiple victims across a five-year timeline.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
The 308-pound calf was the first elephant born at the zoo in almost 25 years and only the third elephant birth in the zoo’s 136-year history.
—Michael E. Ruane, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2026
The event has been held annually for the past fifteen years, but this year there was an extra layer of sombreness to the proceedings, which the overcast skies seemed to reflect.
—Edwidge Danticat, New Yorker, 30 Jan. 2026
Coming off a career-high 73 points and just 24 years old on a $7 million-per-year deal (a bargain relative to Kaprizov's soon-to-be $17 million per year), Boldy is entering his prime and the Wild are looking for big things from him.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for years
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Just days after choosing Fever rookie Raven Johnson over generational superstar Caitlin Clark to front the promotional graphics for Sunday's matchup against the Seattle Storm, Indiana took the court and let the box score settle the discourse.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Rather than romanticizing the awards-season whirlwind, Coon described the logistical reality behind it that includes 18-hour days, early-morning events, parenting responsibilities and the invisible labor required to sustain a performing career.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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According to data from Counterpoint Research, the DRAM market has recorded 30% quarter-over-quarter growth for two consecutive periods, driving memory stocks to be some of the market's top performers this year.—
Katie Tarasov,Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
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Chips built differently Unlike traditional processors optimized mainly for training large language models, the M890 is aimed at handling continuous agent operations where systems must coordinate actions, retain context for extended periods, and process large volumes of data in real time.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
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These investments strengthen families, improve long-term well-being, and help create healthier, more resilient communities for generations to come.—
Maria Bledsoe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Here’s how Linley’s studio produces a singular item designed to be enjoyed for generations.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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The academy is for female inmates, ages 13 to 18, who need mental health or substance abuse services, according to the Department of Juvenile Justice website.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
18 May 2026
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The resort’s Bula Club includes complimentary nanny service for kids under five, and for children ages six to 12, there are hands-on activities such as mangrove planting, sustainability lessons, reef education, storytelling, and visits to nearby villages.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
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At times, officials in the Mayor’s office viewed Jeffries as an ally.—
Jason Zengerle,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Some come out the other side of illness, but most loop through an unpredictable whirlpool, at times within sight of shore, at other moments spinning back out to sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Painful nodules, recurring abscesses and slow-healing lesions often come and go in cycles, with symptoms that shift in severity and location over time.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
18 May 2026
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Without that, review cycles slip, conflicts accumulate and the clean knowledge base the company started with quietly reverts to its prior state.—
Philip Brittan,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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“Years.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/years. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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