diffusion
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Grain boundary diffusion involves applying tiny quantities of the most expensive and elusive rare earths, known as heavy rare earths, to a magnet to make it heat-resistant without sacrificing magnetic strength.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
The diffusion index measuring sentiment among large manufacturers is expected to edge down to plus 16 from plus 17 in the March survey, according to a Quick poll of economists.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
Unlike surround-sound in movie theaters which pinpoints directionality, the result here was diffusion — not eavesdropping but pure immersion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
“AI diffusion is accelerating and our addressable market, customer base, and platform are all expanding rapidly,” he said.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
In certain other parts of the world, slow north-south diffusion was important on a smaller scale.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
Vocabulary lists containing diffusion
Cell Biology - Middle School
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Life Science: Cell Biology
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Human Geography - High School
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