synthetic

Because synthetic rotation can imitate motion beyond the speed of light, researchers now have a controlled laboratory platform for exploring physical regimes that would otherwise be impossible to study directly.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026

Listeners may find that the old Cockney’s synthetic delivery is surprisingly lifelike.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

This means it’s a synthetic chemical compound small enough to be absorbed directly through the gut wall.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 8, 2026

Such plans are likely to face resistance from the performers union SAG-AFTRA, which has decried the use of synthetic actors such as Tilly Norwood.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026

“No, not synthetic starch and cotton-waste flour-substitute,” he had insisted.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley

The contract allows for limited use of synthetics, under "unusual circumstances," when a generative AI system can be used to create a character who is not based on any actual person in the world.

From Barron's ● May 30, 2026

Petroleum is also used to make detergents that help toothpaste foam and synthetics that improve shelf life.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 21, 2026

“In my opinion, if synthetics cost the same as a human, they’re going to choose a human every time,” said Crabtree-Ireland.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 9, 2026

The tension between the two synthetics provides a delicious dissonance, making for a “Predator” film that leans hard into camp territory, with Fanning eating up every frame.

From Salon ● Jan. 24, 2026

Without synthetics, processed foods like TV dinners just can’t be manufactured.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan