weathering

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Because it can withstand weathering, erosion and long journeys through rivers and coastlines, zircon grains can survive for millions of years while preserving information about their geological history.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

After weathering Donald Trump's repeated threats to take control of Greenland, Copenhagen and Nuuk want to restore a bit of calm ahead of the Danish general election this month, observers say.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

The death of Khamenei leaves Iran at a historic precipice, forcing it to navigate a difficult transition while weathering a massive military campaign from the U.S. and Israel and simmering unrest in the streets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

That doesn’t mean they aren’t weathering any storms.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

In her kitchen she sat down and cupped her hands in her lap and stared out the window at the weathering carriage house.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck