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/ skeɪlz /

noun

the constellation Libra, the seventh sign of the zodiac

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Scales

When West and Scales presented their first Great Canal Journeys episode in 2014, it is unlikely anyone involved in the production knew what a phenomenon it would become.

From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026

"The challenge of adherence likely contributes to the relatively high rate of stone recurrence in people with this chronic condition," Scales said.

From Science Daily ● May 1, 2026

"BASIL!" - the unmistakable sound of Sybil Fawlty admonishing her pompous and incompetent husband, is probably how Prunella Scales will best be remembered.

From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2025

Parrott headed Ireland into a surprise lead after 17 minutes from close range when Liam Scales nodded the ball back across the face of goal from a corner.

From Barron's ● Nov. 13, 2025

Joe Scales had asked her to marry him.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey

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