threshold
Example Sentences
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“The product has a very low odor threshold, meaning people may notice a scent even when concentrations are well below levels associated with health concerns,” health officials said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Despite recent record foreign-exchange intervention, the Japanese currency has weakened again to near the 160 threshold against the dollar, a level seen as a potential trigger for more government action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Its price topped a much-awaited threshold of $100,000 in December 2024, then rose to $120,000 in July 2025 as US politicians prepared to debate bills to regulate digital assets.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Permata Bank chief economist Josua Pardede said an exchange rate of 18,000 was a "psychological threshold" for market investors.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
The moment they crossed the threshold, the entrance to the Court of the Seasons closed up behind them.
From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi
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