air pocket
noun
: a condition of the atmosphere (such as a local downdraft) that causes an airplane to drop suddenly
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Despite management’s assurances that this is just an air pocket and that growth will normalize in 2027, the stock plummeted in extended trading and in the days that followed.
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2026
Gently firm the soil around the roots to remove air pockets.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Organic materials in succulent soil mix provide nutrients for the succulents, while the rock materials provide sturdiness and air pockets for excellent drainage.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
Fleece fabric is not only plush to the touch, but also creates air pockets to trap heat, keeping you cozy no matter what’s going on outside.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2026
Gently firm the soil around the roots to remove air pockets.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Organic materials in succulent soil mix provide nutrients for the succulents, while the rock materials provide sturdiness and air pockets for excellent drainage.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
Fleece fabric is not only plush to the touch, but also creates air pockets to trap heat, keeping you cozy no matter what’s going on outside.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
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“Air pocket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20pocket. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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