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diffuse

[dih-fyooz, dih-fyoos] / dɪˈfyuz, dɪˈfyus /




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Nutrients must travel through cells, proteins need to fold correctly, and molecules constantly diffuse through watery environments.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

Unlike many other major world leaders, da Silva doesn’t speak English—a factor that has helped diffuse some tension when the two men meet in person.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Much of the Lakers bench and some coaches approached to help diffuse the situation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

It defers it to a moment when Iran’s alternative financial infrastructure is more mature, more diffuse, and more difficult to address than it is today.

From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026

Hazel could feel her heart lose its solidity and diffuse slowly in her chest.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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