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stratum

[strey-tuhm, strat-uhm] / ˈstreɪ təm, ˈstræt əm /


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Simply put, only a certain stratum of Americans prioritize learning about politics.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2024

The stratum corneum, the outer layer of mature skin cells, communicates with the epidermis below.

From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2023

Tim Ballard, the real-life protagonist of the surprise hit film Sound of Freedom, seemed on the verge of breaking into another stratum of fame and power when the movie was released.

From Slate • Oct. 16, 2023

"Activists are worried about various charges being brought against such individuals who actively use their right to free speech. Democracy cannot exist without this stratum of people who exercise freedom of speech and thought."

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2023

Late in the day on their summit push, the two Americans climbed a stratum of steep, crumbly rock—the infamous Yellow Band.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer




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