microgravity
noun
mi·cro·grav·i·ty
ˌmī-krə-ˈgra-və-tē 
: a condition in space in which only minuscule forces are experienced : virtual absence of gravity
broadly
: a condition of weightlessness
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But microgravity took some of those aches and pains away.
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Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2025
His investigations focused on enhancing metal 3D printing capabilities in space, advancing water sanitization technologies, exploring plant growth under different water conditions and studying fire behavior in microgravity.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2025
By analyzing these lifeforms in microgravity, scientists aim to uncover both observable and genetic changes that could help life persist in alien environments.
—John Loeffler, Space.com, 22 Apr. 2025
At this point, the women were permitted to safely unstrap from their seats to experience a few minutes of microgravity and gaze out the capsule’s large windows to take in a stunning view of Earth.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
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Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2025
His investigations focused on enhancing metal 3D printing capabilities in space, advancing water sanitization technologies, exploring plant growth under different water conditions and studying fire behavior in microgravity.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2025
By analyzing these lifeforms in microgravity, scientists aim to uncover both observable and genetic changes that could help life persist in alien environments.
—John Loeffler, Space.com, 22 Apr. 2025
At this point, the women were permitted to safely unstrap from their seats to experience a few minutes of microgravity and gaze out the capsule’s large windows to take in a stunning view of Earth.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
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“Microgravity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microgravity. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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microgravity
noun
mi·cro·grav·i·ty
ˌmī-krə-ˈgrav-ət-ē
: the condition of being weightless or of the near absence of gravity
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