compression
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Irregularities in the implosion can interfere with the compression process and weaken the resulting fusion reaction.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 20, 2026
At Tower 208, a component known as a compression paddle was not securely bonded to the pylon, allowing debris to form and creating a dangerous air pocket, the filing said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
This time, though, Draper made it on to court, appearing initially nervous - but without the compression sleeve that supported him through recent appearances.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The stock has fallen 25% since the beginning of 2026, reflecting a broader sectorwide software selloff and valuation compression, after Palantir shares surged over 130% in 2025.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
There is squeezing in her whole body—the compression socks, her shoes, her lungs, her heart.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
"When I started the chest compressions, it began moving its legs. The more it moved, the more I kept going," he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
Responders tried to resuscitate her with chest compressions and transferred her to a hospital, according to the report.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026
He said he carried out chest compressions but there were "no signs of any breathing" and was concerned at how long it was taking for the defibrillator to arrive.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2025
The son called 911 and performed chest compressions on his mother until paramedics arrived.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 22, 2025
Five compressions, another breath, a quick check to make sure the boat was headed in the right direction.
From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings
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Plate Tectonics - Middle School
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