calcification

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The circuit majority’s opinion, which “is all about conformity,” is symptomatic of the “calcification” of public education.

From Washington Post

They found it raised pH levels nearly to preindustrial levels, allowing the natural calcification of the reef to increase.

From Science Magazine

Ezra Klein pulls out three patterns from the U.S. midterm elections: calcification, parity and cultural backlash.

From New York Times

It can also lead to calcification of heart valves.

From Seattle Times

The relatively little movement in public opinion since the hearings opened in June, at least as measured by an array of polls, underscored the calcification of American politics in recent years.

From New York Times