permanently
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BP said its interim chairman, Ian Tyler, would take on the role permanently.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
You have three options: First, if you claim now at 64, your benefit is permanently reduced, and because of the aforementioned deeming rules.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 31, 2026
Imperial County, Desert Hot Springs, and Palm Springs also voted on moratoriums, while Coachella permanently banned the facilities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
The airport is unlikely to be the last place where Tennesseans consider permanently honoring Parton.
From Salon ● Aug. 29, 2026
It is very dead; in fact, it is extremely and permanently dead, and likely to remain so.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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