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Two doses are required for maximum protection, given at least 28 days apart.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
For maximum duck-on-duck goodness, add crispy duck bacon and a gooey duck egg.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
He was referring to what’s known as the taxable maximum for Social Security, which is set at $184,500 in 2026.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
The chain’s struggles around its brand and menu have added to broader challenges facing the casual-dining industry, which has contended with low- and middle-income consumers watching their wallets and seeking maximum value for their dollars.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Ramona ran as flatfooted as possible, trying to get the maximum noise out of her open galoshes.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
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Academic Vocabulary: Core Tier 2 Words, List 2
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Academic Vocabulary Toolkit 1, Words 61-70
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