aperture

Example Sentences

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The outcome is a virtual synthetic aperture that is far larger than any individual sensor.

From Science Daily • Jan. 10, 2026

Squeezing through its aperture, it’s easy to reflect on the winnowing that happens at the end of our days, as physical, mental and other abilities slowly fade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

A camera’s aperture widens during filming to capture the full spectacle.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2025

A hermit crab will inspect a shell with care, running antennae and claws over its contours, before delicately lowering its rear end into the aperture.

From Slate • Aug. 19, 2025

Swinging the bird forwards, Matthias pushed her through the narrow aperture, squeezing through after her with great difficulty.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques