MOLECULAR Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

molecular

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Recent Examples of molecular The researchers argue that if water-repellent surfaces drive the water interface chemistry, plastics could be designed to be less water-repellent, either by changing their molecular structure or including additives. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 15 Oct. 2026 Denovia’s depolymerization technology offers a more closed-loop system, using a proprietary advanced chemical solution to break plastics down into their original molecular building blocks so they can be made into new products again and again. — Jessica Sager, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 That changes molecular arrangements, and, in turn, the change influences the local electrical environment and chemical reactivity. — Payal Dhar, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2026 Fluorine is then released into the water as fluoride ions, while hydroxyl radicals and hydroxide ions help sever carbon-carbon bonds in the remaining molecular chains. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for molecular

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The German company aims to deploy the model across different robot platforms, allowing customers to adapt its capabilities to specific applications.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
On winding roads, its model-specific suspension tuning and focus on weight reduction translate into exceptional body control at speed without becoming brittle or overly rigid in slower, more technical sections.

— Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026

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While Motor Decide helps identify the best motor technology pathway, Motor AI performs the detailed motor design work needed to bring those concepts to life, according to a press release.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
During evidence on Wednesday, Riel Karmy-Jones, the prosecution barrister, detailed allegations made by a total of six women, which have precipitated the seven charges against Brand.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026

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The collaboration centers on Muse Spark Open, the most capable open-weight model released under a license that allows for limited commercial use, according to Meta.

— Kif Leswing,Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
Departments with limited staffing may not have the resources to dedicate multiple investigators to tracking down a suspect vehicle.

— Gino Vicci, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

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