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[sen-truhl] / ˈsɛn trəl /


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Scientists have long known that mitochondria, often called the cell's powerhouses, play a central role in this decline.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

No wonder Tuchel is reluctant to leave Kane out, even for a friendly, so central is he to his plans.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The company might lower prices for tokens, the central unit for gauging AI costs, though the discussions are still in flux.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The ECB’s decision on Thursday could give a glimpse of what’s to come for U.S. markets as central bankers scramble to keep a lid on soaring prices.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The clinic provides its patients with state-of-the-art medical technology, including a blood bank that serves much of the central plateau, and a sophisticated lab.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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