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, 4/11/2025
4/11/2025
hoist
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to raise (something) especially by using ropes or machinery
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What is the rule when adding "th" or "st" when typing dates such as "July 4th"?
— Betty, United States
For July 4, type the last two letters in the word "fourth."...
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