atmospheric
adjective
at·mo·spher·ic
ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-ik 
-ˈsfer-
1
a
: of, relating to, or occurring in the atmosphere
atmospheric dust
b
: resembling the atmosphere : airy
2
: having, marked by, or contributing aesthetic or emotional atmosphere
an atmospheric inn
also
: marked by an emphasis on impression or tone
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Widespread haze from wildfire smoke in Colorado and Utah will also filter into the region at times, potentially reducing visibility and adding to already unsettled atmospheric conditions.
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Even more atmospheric data will soon become available from four additional recent transits by JWST.
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The reanalysis found that the heat loss from the ocean surface has actually decreased since 1955, cutting against the theory that the cold blob formed from atmospheric phenomena.
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Researchers emphasize combining these methods with tree planting maximizes atmospheric carbon removal, offering dual benefits of direct carbon capture and enhanced tree growth.
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Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Even more atmospheric data will soon become available from four additional recent transits by JWST.
—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
1 July 2026
The reanalysis found that the heat loss from the ocean surface has actually decreased since 1955, cutting against the theory that the cold blob formed from atmospheric phenomena.
—
Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
1 July 2026
Researchers emphasize combining these methods with tree planting maximizes atmospheric carbon removal, offering dual benefits of direct carbon capture and enhanced tree growth.
—
Jamie Hailstone,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
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“Atmospheric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/atmospheric. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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atmospheric
adjective
at·mo·spher·ic
ˌat-mə-ˈsfi(ə)r-ik
-ˈsfer-
: of or relating to the atmosphere
atmospheric pressure
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