comb
Example Sentences
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In experiments, this appears as a frequency comb.
From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026
Another ship, which sailed from the southern Indian port city of Kochi to join the effort, continues to comb the waters for survivors and debris.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
While there are similarities between transactions designed to avoid different reporting requirements, investigators will look at them with a fine-tooth comb.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026
Marine life that most people never see floated into view, including delicate comb jellies with pulsing fairy-light illuminations along their sides.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
Cat’s hair took a long time to comb out, which tried both their patience.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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