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"The two nations have been establishing a mutually beneficial energy alliance," Putin said in comments carried by China's Xinhua news agency, saying these included oil and gas cooperation and other projects, including nuclear power.

From Reuters • Feb. 3, 2022

A team of dozer and hot shot crews, aided by helicopters and air tankers, have been establishing hand lines to protect the cabin community of Three Rivers, where about 100 homes have been threatened.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2021

In recent weeks, as governments review border policies and airlines have limited travel, film commissions and producers have been establishing guidelines and protocols to get a jump on filming.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2020

Lately, though, some genuinely trendy boutique hotels have been establishing a foothold.

From New York Times • Mar. 12, 2010

These well-beloved customs have been establishing themselves year by year more firmly in undergraduate hearts, but it is not always possible to trace them to their "first time."

From The Story of Wellesley by Converse, Florence