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When a water-absorbing material, or "sorbent," sits on top of the device, it sends out ultrasound waves tuned to break the bonds holding water molecules in place.

From Science Daily • Nov. 20, 2025

Pro tip: Get a tree stand that is capable of holding water.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 16, 2023

Lakes holding water from melted glaciers can overfill after heavy rain and burst, sending torrents rushing down mountain valleys.

From Reuters • Oct. 5, 2023

By creating dams and holding water, the beavers are encouraging previously unseen species into the area such as kingfisher, stoats and waterfowl.

From BBC • Jul. 12, 2022

People of all different ages play and splash in the pool, as if this is normal—as if the pool isn’t as big as a baseball field and holding water the color of algae.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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