derivative
Example Sentences
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To better understand the unusual ruthenocene derivative, the team combined several analytical techniques, including NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
“And it turns out that sometimes we will sell a Bitcoin derivative because it’s in the best interest of the company, but it’s not necessary.”
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
A buffered ETF’s manager can limit the downside risk through derivative trades, using option-premium income to enable the protection.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
“It’s the combination of everything I write being really derivative and informed by everything I’ve ever read and then trying to do something new,” Levy said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Tell whether the following words are primitive or derivative, and also whether simple or compound:—
From New Word-Analysis by William Swinton
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