a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter
the sum of human knowledge is now so immense that even a highly educated person can hope to absorb only a tiny quantum of it
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Recent Examples of quantumOne is quantum computing and its obvious boost to overall digital brain-power.—John Werner, Forbes.com, 28 Feb. 2026 The firm invests in sectors like quantum, space, energy and infrastructure for artificial intelligence.—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 24 Feb. 2026 Season two of Paradise finally returns to said bunker, only to reveal there is something much bigger and, to me, a person who does not have a degree in quantum physics, much more complicated going on down there.—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026 While the tech is not yet deployed in commercial environments and still has significant technical obstacles to overcome to become viable, some analysts are particularly bullish on the quantum sector.—Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quantum
While wind and solar can generate huge amounts of energy, their intermittency and non-availability during peak demand hours present a major challenge for nations.
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Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2026
The amount beneficiaries receive varies based on several factors, including the number of people filing.
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Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Mar. 2026