as in particles
a very small piece
not a molecule of sense in that girl
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Recent Examples of molecules
Some of these molecules act like roadblocks, slowing immune cells down.
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Charles J. Dimitroff, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
It was just hidden in their organic molecules, silicate glasses, and sulfur compounds.
—Quanta Magazine, 12 June 2026
One of the more novel technical bets is the hydrogen storage system developed by Rux Energy UK, which uses nanoporous materials – materials riddled with microscopic pores that trap hydrogen molecules – to store the gas compactly and at low pressure.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Glycine is an amino acid which serves functions in many areas of the human body such as a neurotransmitter, a component in collagen, and a building block for other important molecules in the body.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 9 June 2026
The highly reactive halves can then react with other molecules to form new molecules at considerably lower temperatures than would have otherwise been required.
—Chris Lee, ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026
There are several cases of scientists finding ways to produce other molecules traditionally thought of as biosignatures without the use of life.
—Perri Thaler, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Bacteria can degrade the jet fuel molecules more quickly, leading to faster biodegradation, Mark Sephton, Professor of Organic Geochemistry at Imperial College London said.
—Christian Edwards, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
First, the Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act has been proposed to provide parity for the two drug classes, extending small molecules’ negotiation protection period to the 13 years enjoyed by biologics.
—Jack Kalavritinos, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2025
Charles J. Dimitroff, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
It was just hidden in their organic molecules, silicate glasses, and sulfur compounds.
—Quanta Magazine, 12 June 2026
One of the more novel technical bets is the hydrogen storage system developed by Rux Energy UK, which uses nanoporous materials – materials riddled with microscopic pores that trap hydrogen molecules – to store the gas compactly and at low pressure.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Glycine is an amino acid which serves functions in many areas of the human body such as a neurotransmitter, a component in collagen, and a building block for other important molecules in the body.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 9 June 2026
The highly reactive halves can then react with other molecules to form new molecules at considerably lower temperatures than would have otherwise been required.
—Chris Lee, ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026
There are several cases of scientists finding ways to produce other molecules traditionally thought of as biosignatures without the use of life.
—Perri Thaler, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Bacteria can degrade the jet fuel molecules more quickly, leading to faster biodegradation, Mark Sephton, Professor of Organic Geochemistry at Imperial College London said.
—Christian Edwards, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
First, the Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act has been proposed to provide parity for the two drug classes, extending small molecules’ negotiation protection period to the 13 years enjoyed by biologics.
—Jack Kalavritinos, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for molecules
Noun
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Seasonal allergies are primarily caused by trees and grasses, whose tiny pollen particles travel on the wind.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
10 June 2026
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The experiment produced nanophase iron, tiny metallic particles that are widely observed in lunar soil and are considered a key signature of space weathering.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
Noun
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This looks like tiny black or reddish-brown specks that resemble coffee grounds.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
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But such interludes add up to small specks of stormclouds in the show’s otherwise sunny skies.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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These close-range interactions cause the particles to act collectively rather than as independent units, generating physical properties that cannot be extrapolated by looking at single, isolated atoms.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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Auroras occur when the solar material interacts with the atoms and molecules in Earth's atmosphere.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Noun
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After hearing these songs, the happier ones at the beginning of the album reveal bits of shadow that Rodrigo has built into them to presage what’s to come — to presage what always comes.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Work was completed on the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool last weekend, with attention turning to other bits of the president’s construction projects, such as his triumphal arch.—
Rob Crilly,
The Washington Examiner,
12 June 2026
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From the train windows, expect to spot the aquamarine waves of Ligurian Sea crashing against the stony coast, candy-colored houses huddled together on the hillsides, tiny wooden boats gliding through village harbors, and flecks of golden-sand beaches.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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The light had a wintry grain, with flecks of color suspended in it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Improved nutrition and ingredient quality Fresh dog food typically uses ingredients that pet owners recognize, such as chicken, broccoli or grains.—
Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Use whole grains like millet, farro, or bulgur as a base in your grain bowl or as a side dish, rather than using refined grains like white rice.—
Caitlin Beale,
Health,
5 June 2026
Noun
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Grease, food scraps, soap residue, and other debris can build up inside pipes, restricting water flow.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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There will be talks and demonstrations from growers, music and food (no tossing the plants any scraps, please) raffles and the sale of growing accessories.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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It has already been hastily extended with short-term patches twice this year.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Security teams would discover flaws in their software, vendors would bundle fixes into periodic updates, and companies would decide when to install those patches—often weekly, monthly, or even quarterly.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
9 June 2026
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“Molecules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/molecules. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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