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mechanism

[mek-uh-niz-uhm] / ˈmɛk əˌnɪz əm /




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Researchers have uncovered a powerful genetic mechanism that may help explain how some species evolve with surprising speed.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

The European Commission proposed removing the invalidation mechanism for allowances in the market-stability reserve.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“Secure ballot envelope identifiers provide a reliable, auditable mechanism to enforce Federal law without unduly burdening or infringing on the rights of eligible voters,” the order reads.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

There is no legal mechanism to compel the former duchess to testify in the US.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

He could hear the mechanism of the clock complaining as the first b of the interrupted bong hovered in the air.

From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness