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ˈkē

Definition of ki

as in energy

a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings martial artists learn to use ki to fend off would-be attackers

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That raised concerns that the region could tip back into a war that would engulf several countries and could halt energy shipments through the strait that are crucial for the global economy.

— Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Things also remain precarious in the Strait of Hormuz – and experts say the latest attacks likely won’t remove Iran’s ability to threaten shipping in one of the world’s most important energy arteries.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 9 July 2026

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Treatments range from Chinese-inspired, correcting the flow of qi within the body, to Ayurvedic, rooted in India’s most ancient healing science.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
What to Remove for Better Feng Shui Feng shui, an ancient Chinese practice, focuses on creating a harmonious flow of energy, known as chi.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2026

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Here, ribbed pink nails complement aura designs and gold chrome French tips.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Now, his competition has caught on to the value of signing on an eclectic host of talents, no matter their level of fame, to curate a certain aura around a brand.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026

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