placing
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Its director of international security, Sam Roggeveen, told AFP that was likely a "relevant consideration" in placing a stockpile in Australia's southeast.
From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026
The TikTok reel shared on Monday depicts border agents placing people in handcuffs, with Grande's 2024 hit Bye as a soundtrack.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
The first approach argues for “indoor relief,” placing individuals primarily in institutions like poorhouses, or today’s public shelters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
So too does the perspective from inside Duncan’s helmet, a look pulled off practically by placing a visor in front of a Ronin 4D camera.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
“It’s gold. The Flash is gold, baby,” she says, placing her palms together as if in prayer.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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