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KnowledgeThis Is Merriam-Webster’s 2022 Word of the Year Discover the Merriam-Webster Word of the Year for 2022—and why it might have gained so much momentum.
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Pets & Animals20 Beautiful White Dog Breeds—and How to Keep Them Clean Whether you like small dogs, large dogs or dogs somewhere in between, these white dog breeds are guaranteed to make you smile
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