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penetrating

[pen-i-trey-ting] / ˈpɛn ɪˌtreɪ tɪŋ /




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Parkinson said he does not know when search with soil testing and ground penetrating radar will be done.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Ms. Davidsen’s soprano is both beautiful and brilliantly penetrating; she can also sing softly and still be heard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

To study its terrain, scientists must rely on radar imaging capable of penetrating the cloud layer.

From Science Daily • Feb. 12, 2026

"My eyes nearly popped out of my skull," said project lead Dr Alex Langlands, after ground penetrating radar revealed the "huge structure" in Margam Country Park.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

An early winter moon was rising in front of them, and a chill wind came with it, penetrating feet and hands.

From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko




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