as in nodule
a small rounded mass of swollen tissue
the doctor examined the node on my knee before deciding it was the result of arthritis
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Recent Examples of node
This collaborative approach also prevents tampering with data on the blockchain, a technology that stores transactions redundantly in multiple nodes of a network.
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Quanta Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
Just bear in mind that each node will need a power outlet.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
His vision transforms each operating room into an individual edge node contributing the critical data necessary to train these new AI models in an AI Factory, and in turn inference the new models at that edge operating room to achieve his vision.
—Aran Hoffmann, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
When fully unveiled, the trail will feature five accommodation nodes offering a choice of camping and low-impact lodging.
—Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Nov. 2024
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Quanta Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
Just bear in mind that each node will need a power outlet.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
His vision transforms each operating room into an individual edge node contributing the critical data necessary to train these new AI models in an AI Factory, and in turn inference the new models at that edge operating room to achieve his vision.
—Aran Hoffmann, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
When fully unveiled, the trail will feature five accommodation nodes offering a choice of camping and low-impact lodging.
—Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Nov. 2024
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If injections are too superficial there could be nodules.Loren Savini, Allure, 23 July 2024
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Instead of trying to overhaul the entire diagnostic process with AI, the hospital focuses on using AI to assist radiologists in detecting early signs of specific conditions like breast cancer or lung nodules.Ravi Tenneti, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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The disease may lead to chronic fatigue, joint swelling, skin rashes, headaches and more.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Newsletter Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news It’s estimated that 10 million Americans — and many more worldwide — suffer from a condition known as lymphedema — a swelling of various parts of the body caused by fluid blockage in the lymphatic system.Matt Benoit, Discover Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
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Christmas in America has long been about receiving presents from Santa for being nice, or at worst, getting a lump of coal for being naughty.Jennifer Borresen, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Make cream cheese mixture: Beat together cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, hot sauce, and garlic powder in a large bowl with an electric mixer on low speed until well combined and no lumps remain, 1 to 2 minutes.Giovanna Vazquez, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
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The top of the back will comprise a larger rectangular camera bump made of aluminum rather than traditional 3D glass.Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Bank of America expected a somewhat larger bump to November job gains of about 100,000 or more.Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Cotton — who recently underwent surgery to remove a benign tumor — last posted about Wood on his birthday on Instagram in October.Daniela Avila, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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There are approximately 25 cases annually in the United States of very high-risk relapsed Wilm’s tumor, according to CCRF.Mark Tatge, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Node.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/node. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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