a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter
the sum of human knowledge is now so immense that even a highly educated person can hope to absorb only a tiny quantum of it
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Recent Examples of quantumCryptographically relevant quantum computing (CRQC), a subset capable of breaking current public-key cryptography, is on the horizon.—Jackie Shoback, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025 The program seeks to promote the expansion of next-generation technology such as AI and quantum computing that are expected to drive future economic development and job growth.—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 18 June 2025 Orlik calls his method quantum painting—an attempt to depict both the outer and the inner, subatomic life of things.—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 17 June 2025 Following his own research into how the blood sugar regulating hormone GLP-1 could impact alcohol use disorder, as well as learning about the concept of quantum change, Jensen decided to look into what psilocybin could do for heavy drinkers.—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for quantum
Don’t overdo it; a very small amount of concealer is more than enough.
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Laura Solla,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
More specifically, the stablecoin is capable of maintaining stability by pegging its value on a 1:1 basis to an underlying asset, meaning that for every stablecoin in circulation, there is an equivalent amount of that asset held in reserve to back it.
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Priya Prakash Royal Esq. LL.M. MBA AEP TEP,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
With a double harbor set at the tip of a long and sinewy peninsula on a highly strategic coastline, Knidos grew rich from its favorable natural position and from trading wine, olive oil and vast quantities of amphorae.
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Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
However, possessing large quantities of dangerous fireworks can be prosecuted as a felony in California.
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