as in roots
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
finally got to the pith of the discussion
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Overwatering The main reasons orchid roots get mushy and cause leaf wilt are overwatering or poor drainage, according to Kondrat.—
Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
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According to Nitzsche, simmer pots have historical roots, with a presences across cultures.—
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Skin care leads the conversation, alongside a growing focus on niche fragrances, refined essences and wellness treatments.—
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And this year’s lineup is loaded with glow-boosting icons—from milky toners and hydrating essences to overnight masks that make your skin feel like a cloud.—
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Additionally, their cores can (usually) be removed, allowing sealant to be injected through them into tubeless tires.—
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Since then, the plant has produced large volumes of water contaminated with radioactive substances used to cool the reactor cores.—
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What the museum dream team did not see was the pain in our hearts about this jail.—
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My message this week is about not letting our hearts be troubled, and Jesus is the way.—
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It’s served alongside a slab of cold sweet potato and garnished with hefty kernels of the dent corn called choclo.—
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Like corn kernels in slowly heating oil, the orca sightings began sparse and unpredictable.—
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“Piths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piths. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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