classical

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The team turned to the Talbot effect, a classical optics phenomenon first described in 1836 by Henry Fox Talbot.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

“Access to the classical studies is now instantaneous: literature, science, art, philosophy, mathematics and history.”

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

The lights are dim, and calming classical music plays from built-in speakers.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Calming music, such as classical music, is usually best.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

It wasn’t a classical way to approach the game, and it leads to a very different configuration as the game progresses; but Bobby took the chance.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady