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laboratory

[lab-ruh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, lab-er-uh-, luh-bor-uh-tuh-ree, -uh-tree] / ˈlæb rəˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i, ˈlæb ər ə-, ləˈbɒr ə tə ri, -ə tri /
NOUN
testing room
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The report said "the sudden influx of challenging DNA samples strained the capacity" of the laboratory.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

I think it is quite likely there are more cases—there’s a difference between a confirmed case that we know via laboratory testing versus seeing something on an animal.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Lozano's laboratory develops, manufactures, and tests electrospray propulsion systems for satellites ranging in size from a lunchbox to a small carry-on suitcase.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

A bedroom or a bunker is a plausible laboratory in a way it has never been for previous dual-use technology.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Designed as a laboratory for black economic and political development, Soul City was planned to accommodate 50,000 residents.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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