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strand

[strand] / strænd /
NOUN
fine thread
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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In 2016, a boy was diagnosed with a strand of plague after handling a marmot in Russia’s Altai region.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026

Using those mutations, which are also called neoantigens, the researchers make an mRNA strand that is unique to the patient.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 21, 2026

The case is also high-profile because of another highly sensitive strand of the investigation, which is still ongoing.

From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026

He says the Scottish setting and cast allow for an added strand of dark humour.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

She tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and grabbed my arm.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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