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narrow

[nar-oh] / ˈnær oʊ /






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That narrow conductive path produces a sudden electrical response similar to a neuron firing.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

She emerged from a crowded field of nearly a dozen candidates to clinch a narrow victory in the February primary, running just ahead of former Rep. Tom Malinowski.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

"It's a difficult one to narrow it down to," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

With many countries already facing elevated budget deficits and rising public debt, they called on policymakers to take a narrow and temporary approach to such support, suggesting direct transfers to households most at risk.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The streets were wide open, lined with telephone poles—their wires crisscrossing overhead—and narrow sidewalks sprouting fiddleneck weeds and yellow mustard.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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