electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈne-tik 
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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Unlike conventional pumps, which rely on mechanical components to physically push fluid through a system, the LIMA pump uses electromagnetic forces acting on a droplet of liquid metal to create motion.
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New Atlas, 12 June 2026
The robots are also less vulnerable to high-voltage electromagnetic interference, a common challenge that can disrupt drone control systems and reduce image quality.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
Consider a person who believes in paranormal phenomena who experiences a natural change in electromagnetic fields or an episode of sleep paralysis.
—Melissa Maffeo, The Conversation, 28 May 2026
In the end, the upfront cost of building entirely new concrete or electromagnetic guideways made the economics of hovertrains nearly impossible to justify.
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New Atlas, 12 June 2026
The robots are also less vulnerable to high-voltage electromagnetic interference, a common challenge that can disrupt drone control systems and reduce image quality.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
Consider a person who believes in paranormal phenomena who experiences a natural change in electromagnetic fields or an episode of sleep paralysis.
—Melissa Maffeo, The Conversation, 28 May 2026
In the end, the upfront cost of building entirely new concrete or electromagnetic guideways made the economics of hovertrains nearly impossible to justify.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 28 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for electromagnetic
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“Electromagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromagnetic. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈnet-ik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
Medical Definition
electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
-mag-ˈnet-ik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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