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elemental

[el-uh-men-tl] / ˌɛl əˈmɛn tl /


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"However, what we find is a topologically interesting band structure with numerous crossings and nodes that dominate its low-energy electronic behavior. This completely changes our current understanding of the fundamental properties of this elemental material."

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Here, she’s in a collaboration of sorts with her subjects, both human and elemental.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

For he focuses at least as much attention on the natural world’s own elemental power and its ability to mold humanity in its image.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The logic is elemental, though the reality is more complex.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

They did not seem to be individual men, but part of a huge, implacable, elemental design toward which hate was futile.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright




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