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detecting





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Advanced militaries already deploy satellites in space for range of purposes, from supplying secure communications to reconnaissance, and providing precise location information for targeted strikes and detecting missile launches.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

Because the disorder can be treated and, in some cases, potentially cured, detecting it earlier could help reduce the risk of preventable cardiovascular complications.

From Science Daily Sep. 14, 2026

The company pulled the car over after detecting a “violation of our terms of service involving a firearm,” the spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 12, 2026

M. trumani and every felid lineage sampled in the study lacked a functional gene responsible for producing a receptor involved in detecting sour tastes.

From Science Daily Sep. 8, 2026

Their eye­sight is very keen, especially in detecting motion.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel




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