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Call ahead, explain the situation briefly, and offer to reschedule if necessary.
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Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes, adding up to 3/4 cup flour, in very small amounts, if necessary to keep it workable.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2025
But, nonetheless, still ready to rip through and throw hands when and if necessary.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
Students can also attend classes remotely if necessary.
—Denver7, The Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2025
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Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes, adding up to 3/4 cup flour, in very small amounts, if necessary to keep it workable.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2025
But, nonetheless, still ready to rip through and throw hands when and if necessary.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
Students can also attend classes remotely if necessary.
—Denver7, The Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2025
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“If necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/if%20necessary. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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