bearings

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The parts housing the bearings helped hold the jet’s underwing engines in place.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Potential uses include micro and nanoelectromechanical systems, where wear limits device lifespan, as well as magnetic bearings, vibration isolation systems, and ultra-thin magnetic materials where motion and magnetism are closely linked.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

The stock was already bouncing back on Tuesday, climbing 2.7% to $229.43 as investors regained their bearings and processed the prior day’s selloff.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

After forgetting her prepared remarks in her seat and finding her bearings, Buckley delivered one of the night’s best speeches.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

Woods choke off views and leave you muddled and without bearings.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson