strands

Example Sentences

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“If you look at the amount of fiber optics strands that some of these data centers will need, it makes sense that they work with Corning,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

These molecules are short strands of DNA that can bind very precisely to specific DNA or RNA sequences and block gene activity.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

The post included the album’s cover, a simple black-and-white photo of Grande smiling with strands of hair covering her face.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta's relationship has cut across a range of strands over the years - and evolved along with their managerial styles.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

One hand on the table, she pushed at the pail with one bare toe: greenish brown water, a few strands of sea grass, and limpets moving gently.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff