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to remove the sex organs of the animal shelter requires a pledge from the adoptive owner that they will have their new pet fixed

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plural of fix

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Recent Examples of fixes
Verb
Stop thinking of customer service as the department that fixes problems. Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026 By testing pellet presses, pin welders, and automated inspection tools without live radiation, the team fixes mechanical issues before the equipment enters commercial service. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 The patch fixes security vulnerabilities in Win32K, NTFS, Remote Desktop, Hyper-V, Secure Boot, Print Spooler, Media Foundation, the Windows installer, and the Windows kernel itself, among others. Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026 When a thief opens an account with your SSN, birthdate and address, canceling the account only fixes part of the problem. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026 Mesaros detailed his experience with his smart glasses at AWS’ New York summit last week, where the company unveiled the coding phone app, upgrades to its AI assistant, and a product that detects and fixes code vulnerabilities. Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 24 June 2026 When a chatbot returns a wrong answer, someone usually catches it and fixes it. Najwa Aaraj, Fortune, 23 June 2026 Leymon, the criminal justice professor, said Oregon’s law fixes a key weakness in the fight against domestic violence and stalking. Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 18 June 2026 Beside her, the dog shakes itself, droplets flying from it, then fixes her with an appraising gaze. Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
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With iOS 27 on its way in September, and AI accelerating bug hunting, Apple is keeping on top of bugs and security fixes in its older software. Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026 The project has transformed the Burchardi Church, which was left largely in ruins before money was raised for a new roof and other fixes to make the piece a reality. ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026 But instead of discussing actual fixes, a Senate hearing focused on whether to outsource the painful debate to come. Steve Thompson, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2026 Part of why this is taking off is because mushrooms have been positioned as an appealing alternative to other more conventional fixes. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 5 Aug. 2026 Also, its six remaining Atlas V rockets are all set aside to fly Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, which is also in the middle of fixes with an uncertain launch date. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026 The au naturel prix-fixes ignited controversy the moment the restaurant’s flyer started circulating on social media in late June, with most chatter ranging from joking to serious, bawdy to scandalized. Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026 The in‑house repair team now numbers 30, supported by a Paris concierge-style service that can handle lighter fixes with a turnaround in days, a service Mothay plans to roll out to other markets, with Tokyo a likely next step. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 Parker says the fixes at each pool were funded through the city's REBUILD Program. Dan Snyder, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fixes
Verb
  • Quote of note Veteran center Garrett Bradbury has enjoyed his introduction to Ben Johnson’s offense, a system that puts a lot of responsibility on the guy snapping the ball.
    Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
  • As Stevie Wonder’s eponymous 1972 hit suggests, there’s something specifically ominous about a 13-month-old baby that puts it in league with the bad juju of falling ladders and broken looking glasses.
    Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
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  • Perronet visited the factory in 1739, when the pin industry had established itself through Normandy, with gold mined from the Pyrenees or silver imported from Saxony molded into the humble device of sewers and tailors which affixes badges and holds hair in place.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
  • August Grove Rotella Metal Planter Planters add instant curb appeal, and this one that affixes to a railing is durable, easy to mount, and looks great on a variety of home styles.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • While mulling over ideas, Kris decides to visit the franchise’s original final girl, the reclusive Billie (played mesmerizingly by Gillian Anderson, complete with a southern accent).
    Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The subcommittee then decides how much money each eligible person should receive.
    Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026
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  • Baldwin leads off, and consistently sets the table for his teammates.
    Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Once the sun sets, the storm risk will diminish Monday night.
    Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
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  • In a video shared online, the newlywed prepares for a summer of thrills by throwing on some Six Flags merchandise.
    Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
  • This prepares them for an unpredictable future, fostering competence and confidence.
    Lisa Schade, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
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  • Empresa Militar Industrial Yuri Gagarin, which repairs Cuba’s fleet of Russian-origin military helicopters and planes.
    Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Your skin also repairs itself overnight, so applying moisturizer after an evening shower can support your skin health by helping seal in moisture and keeping your skin hydrated, Chacon added.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 22 July 2026
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  • If no candidate secures a majority of the vote in Tuesday's primary, the contest could head to a runoff later this month to determine who takes on Democrat Annie Andrews in November.
    Caroline Linton, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Each individual tool clicks into place and secures via the slide lock.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Aug. 2026
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  • Instead, Nowell roots the band’s sound in the mid-’90s and keeps his vocal mannerisms as close to Bradley’s as possible.
    Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 15 June 2026
  • Cousteau roots his pitch in economics.
    Justin Worland, Time, 28 May 2026

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