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modular

adjective as in composed of standardized units

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Much of the recent focus has centered on SMRs, or small modular reactors, that can be cheaper and faster to build.

Until small modular reactors scale and governments streamline approvals, nuclear remains a story of potential, not profit.

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The hangout chair is part of a modular system with a floating bar, hammocks, tubes, and loungers that can be connected to create an in-water playpen.

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The decision to opt for small modular reactors at Wylfa was criticised by the US Ambassador Warren Stephens, who said he was "extremely disappointed" by the decision.

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There are those, including US ambassador Warren Stephens, who would have preferred a large-scale nuclear power station on the island, but this small modular reactor would nonetheless bring jobs and investment.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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