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reciprocity

[res-uh-pros-i-tee] / ˌrɛs əˈprɒs ɪ ti /


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This long established principle, known as reciprocity, has made it difficult for scientists to independently control how thermal energy enters and leaves a material.

From Science Daily Jul. 7, 2026

In interdependence, we’re giving from our emotional overflow, and the love and care we receive in that reciprocity, for caring for the people in our lives, balances out.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 15, 2026

“It’s an issue on which Iran is likely to negotiate hardest because it goes to the heart of trust, reciprocity and domestic credibility.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 6, 2026

Kelly said Trump's visit would focus on "rebalancing the relationship with China and prioritizing reciprocity and fairness to restore American economic independence."

From Barron's May 10, 2026

With him came escalating demands for land and service—the veneer of reciprocity was fading.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

These kinds of resonances and reciprocities can allow a story to jump between elements without the need for novelistic bridge passages.

From The Guardian Sep. 24, 2014

We may live in a world of technological prowess, but we are still creatures guided by ancient reciprocities.

From Salon Dec. 15, 2012

The great American metaphysician Chuck Jones discerned some years ago that the universe operates in sequences of violent Newtonian reciprocities.

From Time Magazine Archive

“I have not much more to tell you,” went on the Spaniard after those little reciprocities between him and the captain.

From Crown and Anchor Under the Pen'ant by John B. Greene

Her lover, who was a seaman on board one of the Welsh traders, had often met her there, and a tranquil, uninterrupted walk it afforded them, for exchanging the reciprocities of their mutual affection.

From The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 19, No. 552, June 16, 1832 by Various




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