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dust

[duhst] / dʌst /


VERB
sprinkle tiny particles
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The simulations showed that Jupiter acted as a stronger barrier for larger and sturdier particles than for smaller dust grains.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

"There is strong evidence that dust traps were the preferred birthplace of planetesimals in our Solar System," said Joanna Drążkowska.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

He told Cates how Klopp inspired his team to dust themselves off and go for more.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

But at a Dick’s in Huntington Beach, Calif., in March, no one had heard of a Shibumi and it took a while to find a few gathering dust on a shelf in the back.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

The truck picked up speed, and Jeb was left in the dust, still waving.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney




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