suction

Example Sentences

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It has suction systems to compensate for microgravity.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

"Our study suggests using them intermittently, then activating suction at intervals, might be better. That's because mosquitoes don't tend to stick around their target when both clues aren't used at the same time."

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

Strong "gorilla" pincers are used for picking up heavier boxes or, for more delicate items, a suction device can be used.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Cutter suction dredgers harvest material for further expansion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025

As I might have expected, my shoes came off in the suction of mud and water, and I tramped after my friend in my drooping socks.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith