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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By tracking subtle changes in starlight passing through WASP-121 b's atmosphere as the planet crossed in front of its star, researchers detected differences between atmospheric conditions at dawn and dusk, according to the study.
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The trials were carried out on June 10 and 11 and saw interceptors destroy targets in both the endo-atmospheric and exo-atmospheric regions.
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This cooling shifts atmospheric circulation, influencing weather around the globe.
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Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026
By tracking subtle changes in starlight passing through WASP-121 b's atmosphere as the planet crossed in front of its star, researchers detected differences between atmospheric conditions at dawn and dusk, according to the study.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 June 2026
The trials were carried out on June 10 and 11 and saw interceptors destroy targets in both the endo-atmospheric and exo-atmospheric regions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
This cooling shifts atmospheric circulation, influencing weather around the globe.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 15 June 2026
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“Atmospheric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/atmospheric. Accessed 18 Jun. 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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