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peripheral

[puh-rif-er-uhl] / pəˈrɪf ər əl /


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One could also argue that AI could amplify talent at the top, by taking peripheral tasks away from superstar workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

That conflict seems important, given that AI investments—and their peripheral impact on chip and energy stocks—have powered the vast majority of market gains over the past two months.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

He failed to make any impact, floating around as a peripheral figure, dropping deep in search of the ball.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Future analyses are expected to focus on additional patient groups, including people with chronic kidney disease and peripheral artery disease.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

Cecilia’s left hand was cupped above her cheek, presumably to exclude him from her peripheral vision.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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