degradation
Example Sentences
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"We tested them in some really rough environments for weeks at a time and found no degradation to their buoyancy," says Guo.
From Science Daily
The Nature Nanotechnology perspective, "Nanoparticle-mediated targeting chimeras transform targeted protein degradation," explores how this technology works and where it could be applied.
From Science Daily
The document warns of "cascading risks" from the degradation of some of the planet's most important ecosystems, including conflict, migration and increased competition for resources.
From BBC
It called for a reduction in speed limits in order to prevent further degradation of the infrastructure and "to guarantee the safety of workers and travellers".
From BBC
She said John O'Sullivan had been responsible for the indignity and degradation his father endured and he had caused misery for the family.
From BBC
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