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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
a college campus that was a nucleus of opposition to the war
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as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
the nucleus of the movement's methodology has always been passive resistance
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Recent Examples of nucleus
But more recently, scientists have turned their attention to the inner workings of skeletal muscle cells — with one theory centering on the nucleus.
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Will Stone, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
Nuclear fusion is the process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier one, releasing vast amounts of energy.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Some active galactic nuclei can launch jets, which are particle beams accelerated to near the speed of light.
—Jonathan Zrake, Discover Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024
Finland The Finns have a strong nucleus of talent at the top of the lineup, more so than even Sweden.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 4 Dec. 2024
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Will Stone, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
Nuclear fusion is the process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier one, releasing vast amounts of energy.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Some active galactic nuclei can launch jets, which are particle beams accelerated to near the speed of light.
—Jonathan Zrake, Discover Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024
Finland The Finns have a strong nucleus of talent at the top of the lineup, more so than even Sweden.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 4 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for nucleus
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nucleus
Noun
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Avoid using the massager on the center of the throat.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
20 Jan. 2025
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Work from the outside edge of the stain toward the center to prevent spreading.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
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Your hands should be under your shoulders and your knees under your hips, with your back flat and your core engaged.—
Emma Yasinski,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Bulls are unlikely to part with their entire young core at this juncture, but attaching one of these players to a trade could be worth it — for the right price.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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The appeal lies in creating a space where New Yorkers can enjoy exceptional service, free parking (a rarity in the region), and an experience that feels just as special as a trip to Manhattan’s luxury hubs.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Princess Kate has long been a fan of the British eyewear brand, which sells both eyeglasses and sunglasses at its two hubs in London.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Being around you was like being in connection with such a deep place of heart and soul.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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The supermodel and her lookalike daughter took the same brief to heart when choosing outfits for Kate’s 51st birthday party at China Tang at The Dorchester.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
17 Jan. 2025
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Her home takes its cues from Milan design, mixing vintage and artisanal pieces, a style Elsesser has been drawn to since her many travels to Italy’s fashion capital.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
24 Jan. 2025
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Pyramid of the Magician, Uxmal (Yucatán) Photo by Richie Chan/Shutterstock The Maya were never centralized in one capital.—
John Newton,
AFAR Media,
24 Jan. 2025
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Speed is of the essence in digital publishing, where breaking news is only relevant for a few hours at a time.—
Benjamin Mullin,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Local landmarks are, in essence, silent witnesses to past eras, kingdoms, and tastes.—
Katherine McGrath,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
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Creating an even larger mecca for the music lover is an exciting prospect, especially for our intimate live events, where the world’s most exciting artists perform in-store for the admission of purchasing their new album.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
23 Jan. 2025
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Although better known as a mecca for fashion and style, Milan is the capital of the agriculture-rich Lombardy region, ensuring that restaurants and home cooks can access fresh, high-quality local ingredients.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Set plants only deep enough such that their root collars (where branches meet the root system) are level with or slightly above the surrounding soil level.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
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The first lady, who has consistently championed American designers throughout her time in the public eye, stayed true to her style roots with the Ralph Lauren creation.—
Ty Gaskins,
WWD,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Nucleus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nucleus. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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