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as in congenital
being such from birth or by nature
a born artist and largely self-taught, John Singleton Copley was producing accomplished portraits by the time he was in his late teens
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as in indigenous
belonging to a particular place by birth or origin
a born Texan and very proud of it
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Recent Examples of born
Shaw has said he was reborn after the shooting and years later would become a born-again Christian.
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Jordan Blum, Houston Chronicle, 9 June 2019
In his mid-40s, Mr. Phillips had quietly become a born-again Christian after attending a Billy Graham rally.
—James R. Hagerty, WSJ, 18 Jan. 2019
Some team members, like Gregory and Chris, both 13 years old and born days apart, have been playing together since the age of 6 or 7.
—Melanie Grayce West, WSJ, 21 Aug. 2018
The 18-year-old, born Megan Bulow, only just finished school.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 26 June 2018
Jordan Blum, Houston Chronicle, 9 June 2019
In his mid-40s, Mr. Phillips had quietly become a born-again Christian after attending a Billy Graham rally.
—James R. Hagerty, WSJ, 18 Jan. 2019
Some team members, like Gregory and Chris, both 13 years old and born days apart, have been playing together since the age of 6 or 7.
—Melanie Grayce West, WSJ, 21 Aug. 2018
The 18-year-old, born Megan Bulow, only just finished school.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 26 June 2018
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Causes Valvular heart disease may be congenital (occurring before birth) or acquired (happening later in life).Angela Ryan Lee, Health, 28 Dec. 2024
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According to the report, Singh had congenital heart disease and previously had two surgeries due to the condition.Kyle Martin, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
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The tribe, as well as other indigenous nations, including the Kletsel Dehe Wintun and the Cachil Dehe Band of Wintun Indians, envision preserving an old trade route, as well as improving a recreational trail to attract hikers, sightseers and bikers from San Francisco to Sacramento.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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In some instances, however, indigenous knowledge practices and science are in agreement.Robert Schmad, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Jan. 2025
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This model allows startups to grow at a natural pace without the pressure of rapid scaling.Michael B. Horn, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Trump claims that the border between the United States and Canada is an artificial line, but much of the border is along a parallel of latitude, which is a natural or obvious, geometric feature, anchored by the north and south poles.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Holm quickly made an impression on the regional scene in her native Albuquerque, New Mexico before signing with Legacy Fighting Championship and capturing the inaugural Legacy FC women's bantamweight title in April 2014.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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That earned Wilson – a native Floridian from Venice -- a tryout with the Dolphins in the spring of 2019.Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Zoom in: In the United States, more than two million people live with chronic hepatitis B, according to the Hepatitis B Foundation, and the disease is especially prevalent in Southeast Asia, where the company hopes to enroll patients in the trial.Zachery Eanes, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
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However, those with pre-existing conditions such as asthma, heart disease, and chronic lung issues face greater risks.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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Versions have been developed by several different ancient cultures, including Aztec, Maya, Greek, Roman, and Australian aboriginal designs.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 2 Jan. 2025
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The Ainu’s story is poignantly reminiscent of that of aboriginal folk elsewhere: lost land, language, culture and rights.Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Born.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/born. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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