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compression

noun as in condensation

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He adds that because there was no need for compression, the setup used much less electricity for cooling.

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Among the various types of fractures caused by osteoporosis, compression fractures of the spine, known as osteoporotic vertebral fractures, are the most common.

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“While we believe there is more room for mNAV compression, the thesis has largely played out,” he said.

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On the other, traditional dealer CarMax faces mounting headwinds from slowing unit volumes and margin compression.

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“It’s for people with shoulder impingement or spinal compression issues. It takes all the compression off your spine and allows you to perform a squat under resistance.”

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