paradox
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These include the water paradox, the importance of the micro-nano structure of Earth's surface, and the unique physicochemical properties of water and dry-wet cycling environments that may have influenced prebiotic chemistry.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
In 2011, PSG were a paradox: a major European capital with a vast talent pool, yet a club lacking structure, prestige and stability.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays are the ultimate baseball paradox.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The installation presents a paradox by being a Hollywood idea that is completely un-Hollywood.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
For us, looking back at these events and trying to understand them, there is a frustrating paradox at work here.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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