nuclear power

noun

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

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For this, the country is also investing heavily in nuclear power plants. Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 24 Feb. 2026 It is claimed that this will help keep bases fully operational while also advancing technologies and procedures that could accelerate the revival of the American nuclear power sector. David Szondy february 21, New Atlas, 21 Feb. 2026 China, France, Russia and South Korea are among the leading nations that sell nuclear power plant technology abroad. Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026 Iran's stockpile includes uranium enriched far beyond the level needed for most non-military uses like nuclear power or medical applications. Joe Walsh, CBS News, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nuclear power

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