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leakage

[lee-kij] / ˈli kɪdʒ /






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While fluid membranes support fusion, they can also become unstable during freeze-thaw-induced stress, leading to leakage.

From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2026

An international team of researchers, including scientists from MIT, has now examined how these higher leakage rates affect the ozone layer's recovery.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

“Whether the material originated from aircraft systems, waste leakage, or another source, this event raises important concerns about aviation safety over densely populated communities in Los Angeles County.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Aside from the enormity of the amount proposed, defense budgets are as susceptible to leakage as any government-funded program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

“This one is a leakage of blood in the brain. Certain areas of the brain are affected. There have been earlier smaller leakages. Lee knows that.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck




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