asymmetry

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Recent Examples of asymmetry These factors lead to a harsh reality: The asymmetry of power in AI between cybersecurity and bad actors is growing, and security teams are falling behind. Ron Williams, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025 The lace created a romantic effect along with adding a dose of sartorial tension, thanks in part to the asymmetry of the lace addition, with its one long, billowing sleeve. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 Mar. 2025 Adding to the asymmetry of the design, Good’s dress featured a bold cutout on one side, which met a thigh-high slit. Julia Teti, WWD, 5 Feb. 2025 Indeed, the asymmetry in economic dependency between the two countries is glaring. Ali Hoss, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for asymmetry
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Noun
  • Ignoring them puts you at risk of the imbalance manifesting into a more serious condition, like PCOS, hypothyroidism, and endometriosis.
    Eman Bare, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
  • This is followed by the full moon in Scorpio on May 12, shining a light on your sixth house of health, routine and daily rituals, which could bring light to any imbalances occurring in your personal and professional life.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Between the assassination in Sarajevo, the mass slaughter in the trenches, and the stagnant front lines lie disproportions so immense that cause and effect lose all relation.
    George Packer, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2025
  • Between the assassination in Sarajevo, the mass slaughter in the trenches, and the stagnant front lines lie disproportions so immense that cause and effect lose all relation.
    George Packer, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Meanwhile, tensions with China have intensified, with tariffs now soaring as high as 145 percent on select goods.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Ryan McFarland, Founder & CEO of Strider Bikes. Consumer goods brands feel a constant tension: the push for short-term sales vs. the pull of long-term brand value.
    Ryan McFarland, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • From trade and economics to matters of war and peace, the United States and Europe are in an apparent period of disunity not seen in decades.
    James Lamond, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • In a crisis, NATO disunity could undermine U.S. credibility and exacerbate the risk of military confrontation with Russia.
    Ernest J. Moniz, Foreign Affairs, 6 Aug. 2019

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