penetrate
Example Sentences
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"It is already known that nanoplastics can penetrate deep into our bodies. They are even found in brain tissue," he says.
From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026
The modular low-cost architecture platform enables multi-product development to penetrate the market for electric scooters priced below INR125,000 and build scale, the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
Burning them releases carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and fine particles that penetrate the lungs and bloodstream.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
It’s also loud, as the sounds of a rambunctious funk band next door work to penetrate the space.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026
He loped steadily along, and the swarms of midges and stinging insects could not penetrate his matted hair.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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