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penetrate

[pen-i-treyt] / ˈpɛn ɪˌtreɪt /




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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