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optical

[op-ti-kuhl] / ˈɒp tɪ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
ocular
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“With these dynamics driving an outsized pullback in shares, we see a more interesting setup emerging as once-lofty optical premiums begin to look more palatable to investors,” wrote analyst Samik Chatterjee.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The companies announced multiyear agreements with Nvidia earlier this year that include multibillion-dollar purchase commitments for their advanced laser systems and other optical technology.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Amazon.com said it entered a multibillion-dollar agreement with Corning GLW 6.37%increase; green up pointing triangle to get optical fiber, cable and connectivity solutions to support its growing data center footprint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

In these experiments, atoms or other particles are placed inside an optical cavity, which consists of two mirrors that trap light between them.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Once there appeared a strange optical effect: when he stood between me and the flame he did not obstruct it, for I could see its ghostly flicker all the same.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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