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Google is shutting down another social network you've never heard of

Google is winding down Shoelace, a hyperlocal social networking app it introduced remaining July to assist folks to find others within sight to enroll in them in actions.
Google is winding down Shoelace, a hyperlocal social networking app it launched last July to help people find others nearby to join them in activities.

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