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directed

[dih-rek-tid, dahy-] / dɪˈrɛk tɪd, daɪ- /


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Instead, they generate directed fluid flows that actively push proteins toward the leading edge, where cells extend, move and repair tissue.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

Until now, none of the accusations and barbs directed at Peter Magyar have stuck.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

When asked for comment, the White House directed the BBC to Trump's post.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Analyst Richard Coles likes the fact that the Australian company’s US$100 million investment in Canadian AI investor Georgian will be directed toward business growth rather than enriching its founders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

If the right type of propaganda was directed at the German people, he believed the Nazi regime could be overthrown.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple