gate

Example Sentences

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In this case, an "and" logic gate ensures that the drug activates only when both cancer markers are present, making the treatment highly selective.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

"At the moment, at least, we do not benefit from the core business model that clubs 100 years old in our division have, whether gate receipts or food‑and‑beverage income," Owen said.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The gate was built to let them through.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Their departure had been moved to a gate clear across the terminal, requiring another 10-minute walk and a shuttle bus.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

He reaches for my arm as I stalk down the path, frantically jimmying the stubborn gate until at once it bursts open.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse