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curvature

[kur-vuh-cher, -choor] / ˈkɜr və tʃər, -ˌtʃʊər /


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She told the inquiry Elise began struggling with anxiety when she was 10 and also experienced a number of physical health problems, including a curvature of the spine and bowel issues.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

Then in 1915, Einstein used these ideas to build his general theory of relativity, describing gravity as curvature in the fabric of space-time.

From Slate Jun. 22, 2026

My man was doing donuts on Ventura Boulevard, and you know Ventura Boulevard — there’s a little curvature there.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 18, 2026

The cornea became one of the most promising targets because even small changes in its curvature can dramatically improve vision.

From Science Daily May 28, 2026

On the other hand, the future is unknown and open, so it might well have the curvature required.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking




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