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compass

[kuhm-puhs] / ˈkʌm pəs /






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When many of these spins align in the same direction, their combined effect creates a strong, stable magnet, like the one in a compass or on a refrigerator door.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

In the world of Martin’s books, even the most duty-bound characters must find their compass in the shadow of life and memory.

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026

So this is really sort of the compass, the North Pole, everything has to be focused on that.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

While history provides a guide to what’s likely to come next, it’s more of a compass than a GPS.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

The two of us were compass needles, pointing straight at Mom.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller




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