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terrestrial

[tuh-res-tree-uhl] / təˈrɛs tri əl /


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It would be nice to see the rocket work, and an AI data center satellite constellation compete successfully with terrestrial data centers.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Scandalous as that sounds, there’s actually something less supernatural and more terrestrial playing out here: a power struggle between the Catholic Church and influencer priests who’ve successfully harnessed the internet’s algorithms.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

“The question is whether it’s commercially viable and/or attractive compared to terrestrial compute,” he added, highlighting that hardware maintenance and launch costs could pose challenges.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

"Until now, a lot of natterjack toad restoration efforts have focused on improving terrestrial habitat, like clearing scrub or controlling vegetation," she said.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

There is no need to animadvert to the deeds of that day, which shall resound, for weal or woe, as long as this terrestrial globe has habitation.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson




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