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Analyzing these waves confirmed that although energy is given off in gravitational waves during the merger, the total entropy of the black holes increases in accordance with the second law of thermodynamics.—Robert Lea, Space.com, 1 June 2026 Tie-dye and neon nails give off a nostalgic vibe reminiscent of craft days at summer camp.—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026 Essential oils can be used in a diffuser that gives off a light, scented mist.—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 May 2026 One of the latest challenges is hydrogen sulfide – a foul-smelling gas given off by decomposing bat droppings inside the chamber, that caused some crew members to faint, Kengkad told CNN.—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for give off