discrete
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In the semi-classical limit, the atom inside the cavity continues to be treated as a quantum system with discrete energy levels.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 19, 2026
Chief Executive Mike Hsu said the company is addressing discrete headwinds and investing in innovations and brand propositions to win over consumers across the value spectrum.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
Cummins noted the period included $29 million, or 21 cents a share, of unfavorable discrete tax items that pressured earnings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
The shocks of the past two years aren’t discrete events the Fed can wait out, said Daleep Singh, a former New York Fed executive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
The “information” in the sheets of paper remains discrete.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
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