comb

Example Sentences

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Instead of a single resonance signal, some disks produced a series of closely spaced lines, forming what is known as a frequency comb.

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 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

He said the DOJ is expecting victims to comb through the millions of files, locate each instance of their exposed personal information, and submit redaction requests with links to the files.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 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

Ophie lunged toward the girl’s inert body, pulling out the tortoiseshell comb.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland