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[sing-gyuh-lar-i-tee] / ˌsɪŋ gjəˈlær ɪ ti /




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OpenAI says its model found a scenario in which “an initially smooth fluid at rest can develop a singularity in a finite time.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026

Insisting on both the singularity of Gaudí’s vision and the glories of artistic collaboration, the Sagrada Família woos believer and nonbeliever alike.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

According to Einstein's theory of general relativity, tracing the Universe backward leads to the Big Bang singularity, where density becomes infinite, and the known laws of physics no longer work.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 11, 2026

Haaland’s singularity was a testament to how humanity seeks heroes — but Spain’s ultimate triumph via crisp passes and selfless teamwork offered a stirring, convincing collective counterpoint.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026

This expert from the universe of the Grand Concourse w'as attracted to the table at which I was holding court by the singularity and magnetism of my being.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole

Millions of readers bought Hawking’s 1988 book, “A Brief History of Time,” eager to learn from the brilliant physicist, who had first gained prominence studying singularities and black holes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026

These singularities, with their strange geometric phases and winding numbers, may sound esoteric.

From Scientific American ● Jun. 18, 2023

These singularities are defined by their gravitational pull, which is so incredibly strong that nothing — not even light — can escape.

From Salon ● Jan. 13, 2023

In fact, a new conception of pop artists as do-it-all vertically integrated singularities redefined pop artistry, thanks in large part to the Beatles having changed the rules.

From New York Times ● Nov. 6, 2021

It might seem therefore that my more recent work had completely undone the results of my earlier work on singularities.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking




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