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as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
one of the issues of the Civil War was a resolution to the question of states' rights
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as in exit
a place or means of going out
since the lake is the issue of the polluted river, it is becoming polluted as well
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as in offspring
the descendants of a person, animal, or plant
someone who dies without issue might have their estate turned over to the state
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as in to publish
to produce and release for distribution in printed form
plans to issue a monthly newsletter
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as in to release
to throw or give off
a volcano issuing vast clouds of hot ash
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Recent Examples of issue
Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Ramos said the issue should unite people across political lines.
—Briseida Holguin, CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
Reuters, NBC news, 11 Jan. 2026
The Supreme Court also issued rulings in 2010 and 2012 that limited the ability of states to sentence juveniles to life in prison without parole.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
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Resar said the issue is technique and having a dedicated coach who specializes in tight ends and can teach him proper footwork and hand placement.
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Economic risk from China dispute Japan's Internal Affairs Ministry issued a statement on Saturday urging regional election committees to start preparing in case of an early election.
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The highly skilled team — including neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and pediatric specialists — provides immediate access to advanced treatments and technology, improving outcomes and offering families peace of mind.—
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Participation and learning outcomes must first be approved by a licensed educator.—
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Their last wild-card exit came in 2001 at Green Bay.—
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But in the whirlwind world of the NFL, anything is possible, especially after an early exit from an otherwise uplifting campaign.—
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Across the hallway from Atlantis Kids Adventures is The Gamers Reef, a classic arcade with everything from Pac-Man to driving games, which may appeal to parents (especially those raised in the ’80s) even more than their offspring.—
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In pitting his offspring against each other in a battle for the family empire Rupert Murdoch became part of a tale as old as time… A tale well told in Gabe Sherman’s Bonfire of the Murdochs.—
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Ancient tooth enamel revealed that early medieval migrants came to England through the Mediterranean and from the Arctic Circle and beyond, according to a new study published in Medieval Archaeology.—
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
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Yet again, Netflix has released a Harlan Coben adaptation on New Year’s Day—and again it’s written by Danny Brocklehurst (Fool Me Once).—
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
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This move risks dangerous results from the military and security establishment in the country, as well as the substantial Cuban contingent working in the security sphere.—
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According to Fox 5, citing a flight expert, the unusual incident may not have been the result of a hard landing, but a possible malfunction in the aircraft’s automatic braking system.—
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But the president told NBC on Sunday that the DOJ’s subpoenas do not have anything to do with interest rates, according to the outlet.—
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After arguing with the woman, Chalup Cortez called her boyfriend and kicked him out of her house, according to the outlet.—
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But some of the most substantial evidence for longevity consistently points to a short list of humble staples, including legumes, whole grains, nuts, fruits, and vegetables.—
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Just as memorable was the opportunity to walk through storied vineyards, and to taste the fruits of Champagne.—
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“Issue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/issue. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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