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Such research, the report tells us, “may also be relevant in challenges to permitting decisions or to the adequacy of environmental impact assessments” of projects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
One survey from PensionBee tells us that a one-year gap of $5,000 in account contributions could lead to $79,000 less by retirement.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
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- notifies us
- shows us
- what this signals is
- gives us the lowdown
- paints a picture that
Possible Antonyms
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- muddies the waters
- keeps us in the dark
- sends mixed signals
- hides from us
- misinforms us