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Recent Examples of selectivity
One example is neuron selectivity in neural networks for classifying images.
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Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 24 Sep. 2025
For decades, these conversations have largely centered on rankings, selectivity, and return on investment.
—Liz Doe Stone, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The plasma process is also effective on waxy residues left over from other recycling methods, converting them into useful chemicals with over 80% selectivity.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
However, the therapy's selectivity and speed has the potential to be the first low-risk, rapid-response treatment to CO poisoning, where every second is critical in preventing organ damage and death.
—New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2025
This has significantly improved its selectivity and potential as a therapeutic agent.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 24 Sep. 2025
For decades, these conversations have largely centered on rankings, selectivity, and return on investment.
—Liz Doe Stone, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The plasma process is also effective on waxy residues left over from other recycling methods, converting them into useful chemicals with over 80% selectivity.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
However, the therapy's selectivity and speed has the potential to be the first low-risk, rapid-response treatment to CO poisoning, where every second is critical in preventing organ damage and death.
—New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2025
This has significantly improved its selectivity and potential as a therapeutic agent.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for selectivity
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The lawsuit in Alexandria, Virginia federal court accuses Apple of religious discrimination and retaliation in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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At its center, Jovanka Antich — exiled, betrayed, hungry for justice — embodies themes of migration, discrimination and gender power.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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The results show a significant improvement over previous aerial docking systems, which typically achieved accuracies of six to eight centimeters.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
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Sayin, who leads the country in completion percentage, completed 23 of 27 passes and showed off his accuracy throughout the night.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Known to power all-around mental clarity, alertness, and focus, this powder is an ideal pick-me-up for a post-lunch afternoon work slump or mid-morning meeting.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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However, this depression of the CNS may result in drowsiness, sedation, and lack of mental alertness.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
29 Sep. 2025
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Robot Vacuum Deals Perfect for pet owners, the Shark AV2501S robot vacuum creates a precision map of your home, and intuitively detects and avoids objects.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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The 27-year-old lefty navigated a sweaty 24-pitch first inning, then pitched with precision.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Selectivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selectivity. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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