elemental

Example Sentences

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Back in Cirencester, Dr David O'Connor showed me a new kind of "elemental microscope" that can be used to identify traces of dangerous elements in soil.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Rosi’s artistry grasps the limitations of being a long-term guest, visually juxtaposing the ancient and elemental, busts and people.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

The exodus poses elemental questions for a country that has always prided itself as a destination.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

No, it was something a little more elemental.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

The way of saying, “In your glory I turn to elemental dust, and hope only that it does not make you sneeze.”

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri