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

It simply means getting your bearings before you turn on the heat: chopping vegetables and herbs, measuring ingredients, rereading the recipe once more with a clear head.

From Salon • Dec. 20, 2025

“As we get our bearings and we figure out what our programming is, we’re really excited about the art and music therapy partners that we have,” Birns said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

Before I could get my bearings, Bud took off at a dead run straight up a ravine, bucking now and then but running, always running.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover