diffusion
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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
Throughout history the diffusion of technology has democratized information and improved living standards, especially for the poor.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
“The U.S. is focused on achieving AGI, while China is focused on diffusion and applications of AI into the rest of their economy — manufacturing, humanoid robotics, all aspects of the internet of things.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 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
The preceding paragraph gave examples of blueprint copying, whereas the transfer of Chinese porcelain technology to Europe provides an instance of long-drawn-out idea diffusion.
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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