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scattering

[skat-er-ing] / ˈskæt ər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
uneven
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Scientists say sunlight scattering through Mars' dusty atmosphere likely caused the effect.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Whatever the weight, a falling pot always sends seamen scattering; the close calls have been many.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

But he claimed Ukrainian forces keep volunteers informed about safe routes while he accused Russia of "scattering" such explosives.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Forces at Mali's Tessalit military base, a "super-camp" near the Algerian border, surrendered and were scattering southward, an official from the Tuareg-dominated FLA separatist group told AFP.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Beneath the leafy branches was a scattering of acorns.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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