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as in static
fixed in a place or position
the casino is actually in a nonmoving vessel permanently docked on the city's waterfront
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as in motionless
incapable of moving or being moved
all of the machine's nonmoving parts
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Adjective
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According to SpaceX, findings from the static fire informed changes to the fuel feed lines to Starship's Raptor engines, adjustments to propellant temperatures, and a new operating thrust for the next test flight.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
1 Mar. 2025 -
The typical org chart reflects a static structure, but the typical organization is dynamic by nature, made up of individuals, each with their own perspectives and areas of focus.—
Jay Sullivan,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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In the heart of the back line alongside Toni Rudiger, Asencio is expected to start in San Mames and has been immovable from the starting line up since a 4-0 win over Osasuna ahead of the November international break.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
4 Dec. 2024
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The foundation is immovable and the past cannot be erased.—
Richard Newby,
The Hollywood Reporter,
26 Nov. 2024
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The network of stationary rallies is set to take place eight years after the March for Science protests that met Trump’s first administration—which Stand Up for Science’s organizers hope helped prepare scientists to wade into politics.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
25 Feb. 2025
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
The Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2025
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Officers with the Maitland Police Department found the vehicle immobile on the tracks in the suburb with a commuter train about 10 minutes away.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
5 Feb. 2025
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After remaining immobile for over three decades, the iceberg finally broke free in 2020 and began drifting northward.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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The crowd roared, giving the cast another standing ovation as Bong beamed with pride and took photos on his phone.—
Scott Feinberg,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Jackets killed both penalties to get out of the second period with a one-goal lead, earning a standing ovation in Nationwide for their efforts.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Napa Valley, located in California, is renowned for its still wines but also boasts a growing sparkling wine industry.—
Lela London,
Forbes,
23 Nov. 2024
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Observers use a variety of geophysical, chemical, and biological sensors, as well as a still and video cameras to watch for signs of magma flow.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
28 Jan. 2025
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The Penguins view a very small list of players as being unmovable.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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Late great center Dikembe Mutombo, who sadly died at just 58 following a battle with brain cancer on Sept. 30 last year, was one of the most unmovable post forces the league has ever seen.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Nonmoving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonmoving. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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