droplet

Example Sentences

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He said it was the same size as either a human blood cell, mould spores, bacteria, talcum powder and a fog droplet.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

These combined effects enable the floating generator to deliver high peak voltages of around 250 volts per droplet, a performance level comparable to devices that rely on metal components and solid substrates.

From Science Daily • Nov. 15, 2025

Consequently, as they are close to the ground - which is also below zero - the next time they hit a surface the droplet will freeze creating a layer of ice.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2025

The droplet deficit is anywhere from 5 to 8 inches across a swath of Southern California, Tardy said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2025

A fat rain droplet landed on her head as the thunderstorm broke free, and that was when she woke.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland