nuclear energy

noun

physics
: energy that is created by splitting apart the nuclei of atoms

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Wang also said China appreciates Iran’s pledge to not develop nuclear weapons, while acknowledging Iran's legitimate right to peaceful use of nuclear energy. ABC News, 6 May 2026 The companies say the model will pair small modular nuclear reactors with high-efficiency gas turbines to supply early power before transitioning fully to nuclear energy. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026 Hefty upfront costs, issues disposing of radiation and waste, and memories of terrible accidents have all contributed to Europe’s reluctance to embrace nuclear energy in recent decades. Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 4 May 2026 But the state is eagerly courting nuclear energy plants and new uranium mines. Kirk Siegler, NPR, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nuclear energy

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