FAS
1 Americanabbreviation
abbreviation
Etymology
Origin of F.A.S.
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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“Haven’t they ever heard of separation anxiety? What is the matter with these people? I have taken care of toddlers with FAS, and they are nothing like Boo.”
From Literature
The FAS has called for wholesale reform of current international air accident investigation procedures, citing "outdated protocols, conflicts of interest and systemic failures that endanger public trust and delay life-saving safety improvements".
From BBC
China is the world's third largest nuclear power with about 600 warheads, France has 290, the United Kingdom 225, India 180, Pakistan 170, Israel 90 and North Korea 50, the FAS says.
From BBC
The TV show Time Team found pieces of the bucket last year, as part of a two-year research project with FAS Heritage and the National Trust exploring the earlier history of the site.
From BBC
"But if they don't, then FAS doesn't get diagnosed right away and the child may not get the support that they need until later in life."
From Science Daily
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