compound

Example Sentences

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Researchers tested more than 5,500 compounds that were already approved or had strong safety data.

From Science Daily

These compounds are important because they are similar to the chemical ingredients needed for life.

From Science Daily

Retirement savings have decades to compound and may need to support him and his wife for 30 years or more, making the tax break more valuable.

From The Wall Street Journal

Warren Buffett proposed a zero percent inflation target, arguing the current 2% goal is too high and compounds significantly over time.

From Barron's

Addressing the UN Security Council from Beirut on Tuesday, UN aid chief Tom Fletcher said "the current escalation is compounding a situation that is already critical".

From BBC