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Recent Examples of compressible
That limits warmth and compressibility, since actual feathers are less compressible and less insulating than down fluffs are.
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Wes Siler, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024
Her description includes terms such as shock waves, compressible flow, shock waves and supersonic fluid dynamics,
A visual representation of the physics of whip cracking can be seen with Choi’s appearance with Destin Sandlin on the Smarter Every Day series on YouTube.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2024
This compressible hanging travel organizer is a must-have for travelers looking to maximize packing efficiency without sacrificing organization.
—Maddie Michalik, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2024
Instead, the authors of the new study reasoned the phenomenon hinges on their cell membranes, which are made largely of lipids—fatty, compressible molecules easily deformed by changes in pressure.
—science.org, 3 July 2024
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Wes Siler, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024
Her description includes terms such as shock waves, compressible flow, shock waves and supersonic fluid dynamics,
A visual representation of the physics of whip cracking can be seen with Choi’s appearance with Destin Sandlin on the Smarter Every Day series on YouTube.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2024
This compressible hanging travel organizer is a must-have for travelers looking to maximize packing efficiency without sacrificing organization.
—Maddie Michalik, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2024
Instead, the authors of the new study reasoned the phenomenon hinges on their cell membranes, which are made largely of lipids—fatty, compressible molecules easily deformed by changes in pressure.
—science.org, 3 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compressible
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The pocketed button-up and pants with an elastic waist are available in regular, petite, and tall lengths, sizes XS-XXXL, and 10 colors.Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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The two-piece set has a casual V-neck top and wide-leg pants, showcasing a forgiving elastic waistband that's perfectly stretchy for kicking back in a plane seat or cabin lounge.Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
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Remove dough from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature until pliable, about 10 minutes.Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
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Balsam firs are more pliable than other types of evergreen trees, which helps fit the tree through the door at the state Capitol, which is only 52 inches wide.Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 5 Dec. 2024
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Diversified income makes the business more resilient and attractive to buyers and increases business value.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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The endangered yet ruthlessly resilient Devils Hole Pupfish that live in Death Valley National Park just had quite a shock.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 12 Dec. 2024
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So ingredients like fat especially really keeps sugar malleable.Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 5 Dec. 2024
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The Bene Gesserit are no doubt banking on that future heir to be favorably malleable.Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 18 Nov. 2024
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This watch further established just how flexible this platform could be when working with unexpected materials.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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As tourism rebounds across the globe, properties in these areas can offer high returns with flexible rental terms and higher per-night rates, appealing to investors seeking quick profits.Johan Hajji, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Hold a meeting to discuss these points, where the end goal is to reach a workable resolution for all.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Based on stadium capacity (in excess of 10,000), facilities, player workout and game prep space, fan parking and access/egress, the most workable choices would be Clearwater’s BayCare Ballpark (used by the Phillies and FSL Threshers) and Tampa’s Steinbrenner Field (Yankees and Tarpons).Marc Topkin, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Nov. 2024
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Fredrik Gran is the robot motion artist and also invented wonderfully pliant robot hands that are good for cello bows and fingerboards.Jaron Lanier, WIRED, 10 Dec. 2024
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Uninfected cysts are typically painless to the touch, whereas boils are more pliant and painful.Mark Gurarie, Health, 6 Dec. 2024
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The party is essentially a family firm, now fronted by his more politically supple daughter Marine Le Pen.Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
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This particular ingredient contains a slew of amino acids, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals essential for plump, supple skin.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Compressible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compressible. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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