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magnet

[mag-nit] / ˈmæg nɪt /




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Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring sugar molecule in the body and is known as a "moisture magnet" as it grabs hold of water.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

Garcha also must compete for students with independently operated charter schools and popular district magnet schools.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

South Africa, the continent's wealthiest nation, has long been a magnet for migrants from elsewhere on the continent.

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

The goal is to use as much of that material as possible and develop magnet formulas tailored to the resources already available.

From Science Daily Jul. 24, 2026

“Free” land, with all its resources, was a magnet that attracted European settlers to the Americas.

From "An Indigenous People’s History of the United States" by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz

"But we can absolutely put into the supply chain a very meaningful amount of heavy rare earth elements that will produce the magnets that we domestically depend upon," he added.

From Barron's Aug. 22, 2026

The minerals are used to manufacture powerful magnets used in electric vehicles and wind turbines, but also in drones and fighter jets.

From Barron's Aug. 22, 2026

Rare earth elements are essential for displays, magnets, and other functional materials that play an important role in the transition to a more sustainable society.

From Science Daily Jul. 24, 2026

There are two main options: magnets and lasers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Lawrence listened soberly, his eyes wandering over the magnets, Tesla coils, and vacuum tubes littering the lab.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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