penetration

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Burbery further argues that Dante anticipated ideas connected to terminal velocity and crustal penetration, concepts tied to how extremely large objects behave when colliding with planets.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

Holder, of Cheltenham, was found not guilty of a charge of assault by penetration by the jury.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

“If they just had come through in a team of three or four who were coordinated and trained, there absolutely would have been penetration into the ballroom,” D’Amico said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

It would be difficult for Iran to do it now without being detected, given the deep intelligence penetration Israel and the U.S. have gained over Iran’s nuclear work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

“Ravenel Approach, this is Marine 657. I have a fire warning light. Request penetration and vector for expedited landing. Over.”

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy