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classical

[klas-i-kuhl] / ˈklæs ɪ kəl /




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It remains one of the clearest demonstrations that the quantum world operates according to rules that go beyond the familiar laws of classical physics.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026

Robert Wun’s sparkly, inky designs, initially fitted with umbrella-like headwear, enliven the dance as it goes along its uneventful way; Ms. Archibald’s background in hip-hop, as well as classical dance, wasn’t much in evidence.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The prize, announced at the Swedish Academy in Stockholm on Thursday, awarded Carson “for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026

My wife and I recently struggled trying to unload roughly 100 rock, pop, Broadway, soundtracks, classical, comedy and children’s albums that we don’t plan to bring to our new home.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 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


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