precipitate

Example Sentences

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Aluminum's strength depends heavily on its microstructure, particularly the size and density of tiny internal features called "precipitates."

From Science Daily

IC: Is there anything specifically that precipitated you being ready?

From Los Angeles Times

Science fiction bursts at the seams with bizarre extinction scenarios, usually delivered from space, like the one that precipitates Carol’s irritating life turn.

From Salon

That’s probably good short-term news for investors, since falling profit margins would precipitate a severe bear market.

From MarketWatch

The outcome precipitated Vermeil’s departure for the Philadelphia Eagles and marked Buckeyes coach Woody Hayes’ final appearance in the Rose Bowl.

From Los Angeles Times