bead

Example Sentences

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While investors are trying to get a bead on the Fed, earnings season is rolling on.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

The researchers found that certain phosphate groups in DNA can pull in positively charged molecules during a chemical reaction, helping them align correctly -- much like a magnet drawing a metal bead into place.

From Science Daily • Nov. 8, 2025

Not just that, but Julia also had a bead on part-time remote work.

From Slate • Aug. 4, 2025

It’s still hard to draw a bead on this team.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2024

She undid each braid and removed every bead, then washed and combed and brushed.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles