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10

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  1. the upper end of a rating scale, with 10 indicating the best or a perfect score.

    That new novel is wonderful—I'd rate it a 10.

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But for at least 10 indigenous groups, including the Gbagyi, whose homes and farms were replaced by ministries and mansions, that description still stings.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The children will also have 10 years to empty the account, and they’ll have to take annual withdrawals if Grandma had to.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

But of the 10 fastest-growing metropolitan areas in 2025, nine had more homes for sale than before the pandemic, a Barron’s analysis of Realtor.com and government data suggest.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Garcia, who missed his junior season after arm surgery, touched 97 mph while striking out 10 and giving up three hits in six innings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

On September 10, again urged by Priddy, the Board of the Virginia State Colony reviewed Buck’s case during a routine meeting.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee

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