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compact

[kuhm-pakt, kom-, kom-pakt, kuhm-pakt, kom-pakt] / kəmˈpækt, kɒm-, ˈkɒm pækt, kəmˈpækt, ˈkɒm pækt /






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These extremely compact, distinctly red objects appeared with remarkable clarity thanks to JWST's sensitivity, and there were far more of them than expected.

From Science Daily

They mapped a compact "mummy zone" within these rock layers, which represent stacked river sands.

From Science Daily

For example, Art Deco furniture was often bulky, its light fittings were meant for high ceilings, and its dressing tables too elaborate for today's compact apartments.

From BBC

The combined contraption will fit in most overhead compartments, but the compact size requires some sacrifices.

From The Wall Street Journal

But this remedy also exposes the main weakness of the White House’s compact—and of most reform efforts.

From The Wall Street Journal