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CPU

NOUN
central processing unit
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A specialised aquatic rescue unit was airlifted to the area to aid in the search, the CPU said.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

The analysts now expect TSMC’s CPU revenue to hit the high $30 billion range in 2027, making up a mid-teen percentage of its total revenue.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

AMD expects increasing demand for CPUs to continue, projecting the server CPU market will grow more than 50% annually to about $220 billion by 2030, Chief Executive Lisa Su says during a call with analysts.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

Intel said on its prior earnings call that it had improved CPU output at its factories after finding itself in an undersupply earlier this year, but noted that demand is continuing to outstrip supply.

From MarketWatch Jul. 22, 2026

When we get back to the truck, CPU leaps up, places her front paws on Ray’s chest, and covers his chin with dog kisses.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko




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