grazed
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The scientists could also examine how the outcome changed depending on whether the oxygen nuclei collided directly or merely grazed one another.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026
Hawaii is still recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Lala, which grazed the southern part of the Big Island last month, bringing destructive winds and flash floods.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
Parton began reeling off No. 1 country hits—eight in the next six years—but after “Jolene” grazed the pop charts, she had visions of reaching a wider audience.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
DHS said a bystander was grazed, and a security officer who tackled and detained Arrabaca sustained minor injuries.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Only when his elbow grazed against the opening of the pouch did Nathan finally touch the other end.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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