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ripple

[rip-uhl] / ˈrɪp əl /




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The distinctive ripple pattern appeared again in observations collected on April 14, showing that the storm's influence on the atmosphere persisted over multiple days.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

“I didn’t realize the ripple effect of something like this until it happened.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Fiona says the delays they faced had caused a "ripple effect" in the couple's life "where it's not just damaging one thing, it's damaging multiple things".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

As the Iran war stretches into its fourth month, the ripple effects are still being felt across the globe.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Something in the last words made the man flinch; a ripple that ran across his brow and cheeks and jutting jaw.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell




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