be directed

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The discovery centers on astrocytes, star shaped support cells in the brain, which can be directed to clear away the toxic plaque deposits commonly seen in Alzheimer's.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

Light offers significantly more available bandwidth, avoids interference with existing wireless systems, and can be directed with high precision.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Analyst Richard Coles likes the fact that the Australian company’s US$100 million investment in Canadian AI investor Georgian will be directed toward business growth rather than enriching its founders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

“Pedestrians could be directed through Chinatown,” the study read, “where numerous restaurants, shops and pedestrian amenities are provided.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

I could sense his anger again, but this time it didn’t seem to be directed at me.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss