as in dual
consisting of two members or parts that are usually joined
a binary star is a system of two stars that revolve around each other under their mutual gravitation
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Recent Examples of binary
Unlike classical communication systems, which transmit information in binary form, quantum communication uses quantum bits, or qubits.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
The company states that its services are intended to be inclusive of diverse clients, including transgender and non-binary individuals.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Exploring the boundaries between binary gender norms was not easy going, though.
—Betsy Golden Kellem, JSTOR Daily, 18 Mar. 2026
Escola became the first non-binary person to win a lead actor Tony.
—Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
The company states that its services are intended to be inclusive of diverse clients, including transgender and non-binary individuals.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Exploring the boundaries between binary gender norms was not easy going, though.
—Betsy Golden Kellem, JSTOR Daily, 18 Mar. 2026
Escola became the first non-binary person to win a lead actor Tony.
—Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for binary
Adjective
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Avid entertainers and wellness enthusiasts will love the 6,950-square-foot home and its chef’s kitchen with dual islands.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Mar. 2026
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The dynamic is a real problem for the Federal Reserve’s dual mandate of price stability and full employment.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
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His first season was remarkable, with the double wins against Duke the twin highlights of his coaching career — although a loss to Kansas in the national championship after holding a big lead was jarringly similar in spirit to Thursday’s shocker of a loss to VCU.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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Rosner’s twin sister, Lanie, is Benet’s catcher and has committed to Southern Illinois.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Binary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binary. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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