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atmospheric

[at-muhs-fer-ik, -feer-] / ˌæt məsˈfɛr ɪk, -ˈfɪər- /


ADJECTIVE
having or giving an atmosphere
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The state’s rainfall at the end of the year will be determined by more factors, such as the frequency and strength of atmospheric rivers, than whether it’s technically an El Niño year, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

He said: "Micrometeorites are samples of the Solar System's building blocks which can offer insights into early planetary formation, Earth's atmospheric history, and climate evolution."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

With specialized imaging tools, the team found that cells actively generate directional fluid flows, which they compare to atmospheric rivers.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

It opens with rumbling drums, a wandering upright bass, and an atmospheric synthesizer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

There have been some hints of an enhanced surface temperature due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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