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decade

[dek-eyd, duh-keyd] / ˈdɛk eɪd, dəˈkeɪd /


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Although scientists had predicted such activity for decades, this marks the first time electric discharges in the Martian atmosphere have been directly observed.

From Science Daily

It’s designing, in Berkshire, a decision‑making system that has minimized errors, resisted pressure and aligned incentives over decades.

From MarketWatch

Over three decades, the payoff has compounded far beyond what any publishing contract could have delivered.

From MarketWatch

He became a mentor to me over the past decade and we kept in touch.

From The Wall Street Journal

The idea of powering commercial ships with nuclear energy has been talked about for decades, but has never moved forward because of costs and safety concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal