scatter
Example Sentences
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Starting from just a couple of assumptions about how particles scatter during collisions, they unexpectedly arrived at the core features of string theory.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
Even threats that are shot down scatter dangerous shrapnel over large areas, and airports are often at risk.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Lee has sought to repair ties with North Korea since taking office last year, criticising his predecessor for allegedly sending drones to scatter propaganda over Pyongyang.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
These tiny particles scatter sunlight, filtering out the shorter blue and violet wavelengths and letting the longer red and orange tones shine through.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
The waving stems scatter papery white moths, who go down again to hide in the dark grasses.
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
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