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magnet

[mag-nit] / ˈmæg nɪt /




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The long-vacant site has become a magnet for so-called urban explorers, who prowl abandoned malls, hospitals, power plants, amusement parks, factories and any other disused structure they can breach.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 7, 2026

The continent's most developed economy remains a magnet for people from poorer countries seeking work often in low-paid jobs.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

One risk belongs in every model: High-torque actuators depend on rare-earth magnets, and China controls roughly 90% of magnet processing, a chokepoint that recent export-licensing changes have already made twitchy.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

The companies set to be acquired, known as Vac, operate magnet production facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 23, 2026

Her number at the hospital is stuck to the refrigerator with a magnet.

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead

But she wonders how successful such programs are, and argues that they become magnets for lawlessness.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

Strong magnets placed near the moving isopods had no effect, even though the Golan Heights is known for unusual magnetic properties.

From Science Daily Jul. 6, 2026

Legions of travelers take joy in collecting everything from magnets to shot glasses to ornaments to remember their trips.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

One risk belongs in every model: High-torque actuators depend on rare-earth magnets, and China controls roughly 90% of magnet processing, a chokepoint that recent export-licensing changes have already made twitchy.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

It’s hard to let her go, like pulling magnets apart.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon




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