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[rok-ee] / ˈrɒk i /




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In fact, Quantinuum actually fared better than other established quantum players, suggesting its rocky start was simply a case of bad timing.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

That experiment got off to a rocky start when the school announced the partnership in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Edwards said he has always believed in himself, especially after a particularly rocky freshman campaign when his future appeared far from clear.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Over time, tiny dust grains collided and stuck together, eventually forming larger rocky bodies called planetesimals, the building blocks of planets and asteroids.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

I’d say the cattle camp was 18 to 24 miles away, depending on the route, through some rocky areas and a lot of shrubs.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola




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