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transmission

[trans-mish-uhn, tranz-] / trænsˈmɪʃ ən, trænz- /


NOUN
a mechanism for transmitting power
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Likewise, increased AI demand means the potential expansion of ultrahigh voltage, or UHV, transmission lines, which are widely used in other nations like China.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

While these animals often show no signs of illness, the tapeworm can cause severe disease in domestic dogs and humans if transmission occurs.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Researchers note the current and future risk of transmission remains low except during summer in the Central Valley and Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Although Ebola patients have to be isolated to avoid transmission, Lame emphasised the importance of individuals' psychological wellbeing, which the Cube helps with.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The original magnet design called for using copper for the electromagnet coils and the massive transmission bus that carried electricity to the racetracks.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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