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detection

[dih-tek-shuhn] / dɪˈtɛk ʃən /


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"Early detection was very helpful and I am so grateful to be able to say that I am well today," she added in the film's promotional material.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

To help mariners spot them, a company called WhaleSpotter commercialized the whale-breath detection technology, which also has been used on containerships.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

People infected by the Bundibugyo strain initially show symptoms similar to flu or malaria which can delay detection.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

The research team says greater awareness of colorectal cancer symptoms could help improve earlier detection.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

My cheeks flared hot with embarrassment, but I hoped the depot’s darkness would keep that information from Aunt Kate’s detection.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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