to drive or propel
to knock
to proceed cautiously; go slow
to send (a person) sprawling
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A survey by the CAA of 1,000 UK passengers in November 2025 suggested more than a third know what lithium batteries are and are aware rules exist, but are unsure what the rules involve.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Under this scenario, the CAA says, the developer could "directly provide services to airlines and recover its revenues from them, in direct competition with Heathrow Airport Limited".
From BBC • May 15, 2026
I once went to the home of Bryan Lourd, a powerful CAA agent, for his annual Oscar party.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
Her agency CAA confirmed at the time that the actor, celebrated for her portrayal of narcissistic former soap star Moira Rose in “Schitt’s Creek,” died after a brief illness.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026
The CAA men returned Porter's smile with smiles that could only be called polite and businesslike.
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