laser

Definition of lasernext
as in spotlight
a device that produces a narrow and powerful stream of light that has many special uses in medicine, industry, etc. doctors using a laser to perform delicate eye surgery

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Recent Examples of laser Summer sun can worsen pigmentation, which means a pricey laser session now can be undone in a matter of weeks. Angela Haupt, Time, 7 July 2026 Those orbiting data centers would use optical lasers to connect with Starlink to route data to users below. Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 7 July 2026 In tests, the approach improved mixing between a dense refractory high-entropy alloy and a lightweight titanium alloy, showing that laser path control can profoundly influence how alloys form during printing. New Atlas, 6 July 2026 The celebration included more than 85,000 shells in 30 colors – paired with a laser show from the Brooklyn Bridge. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for laser
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Noun
  • The region, which returned to the global spotlight during the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, means a lot to Beccari.
    Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 3 July 2026
  • The last phase of Oliver’s life was marked by an unexpected emergence into the public spotlight.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Also present in the wood panelling inside the wall is a hand sticking out of a beam.
    Arushi Jacob, Variety, 3 July 2026
  • In the evening, the Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks show will draw thousands of eyes upward as 85,000 shells are launched from six barges and a laser show beams up from the Brooklyn Bridge.
    Anthony Izaguirre, Fortune, 2 July 2026

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“Laser.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laser. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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