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mechanism

[mek-uh-niz-uhm] / ˈmɛk əˌnɪz əm /




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With the Plausible Mechanism framework, we expect to see more gene therapies work miracles for patients like Baby KJ.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism External link, which began on Jan. 1, is emblematic of this approach.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

This approach, known as the "Framework Regulation Mechanism," expands the pathways available to lithium ions and reduces the energy needed for them to move.

From Science Daily • Jan. 9, 2026

Spain and Portugal have activated the European Civil Protection Mechanism, under which countries can request emergency assistance.

From BBC • Aug. 18, 2025

This device would become known as the Antikythera Mechanism.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler




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