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torsion

[tawr-shuhn] / ˈtɔr ʃən /




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Instead of relying on a separate field, mass may result from torsion within extra-dimensional geometry itself.

From Science Daily • Dec. 15, 2025

There was nothing unusual in their collision, but a coincidence of torsion and tension ruptured Roigard’s patella tendon.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024

In the months after her surgery, the band that constricted her stomach slipped and she developed gastric torsion.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2023

The intestinal torsion meant the dolphin’s intestines had twisted so deeply in an area that made it impossible to reach through surgery.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2021

She disabled a third siege weapon by sawing through the torsion ropes, which should give the Argo II a clear approach from the north.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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