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aperture

[ap-er-cher] / ˈæp ər tʃər /


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He brought out Kehlani for “Folded,” another perfectly regal ballad that revels in a small aperture.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Expanding the receiver aperture can improve results, but only up to a certain limit.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 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 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




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