shadowing
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The latest measurements suggest that conventional nuclear shadowing by itself is not enough to account for the observed pattern.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026
Early-career employees learn crucial skills from shadowing colleagues and networking, so those without an in-person office are struggling to grow.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
She was still shadowing a more senior member of staff when the choking incident occurred.
From BBC ● Mar. 25, 2026
The documentary team immersed itself in the 2022 McDonald’s All-American Games, shadowing two boys and two girls throughout the weekend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026
After a quick shower I hurried to the kitchen, Fig shadowing my lead.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
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