as in particles
a very small piece
not a molecule of sense in that girl
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Recent Examples of molecules
Researchers analyzed the medical records of over 2,500 people with asthma by using metabolomics, a way to measure small molecules in the blood called metabolites.
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Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
The molecules in an apple are described by quantum mechanics, and photons of light bouncing off the surface molecules get entangled with them.
—Quanta Magazine, 13 Feb. 2026
More long-acting molecules could also play a part.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Protects the body from free radicals or unstable molecules that increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Scientists used computer simulations to study this process and predict how molecules behave inside the body.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Instead of focusing on common gases like water vapor or carbon monoxide, the scientists searched for sulfur-bearing molecules — elements that typically begin as solid grains in a young protoplanetary disk and thus suggest the planet formed through core accretion, according to the statement.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Vitamin E Helps Protect Omega-3s Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects omega-3s from oxidative damage, which is cellular damage caused by unstable molecules.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Lemons and Salt The citric acid in lemons will break the bond between grease molecules and oven surfaces.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
The molecules in an apple are described by quantum mechanics, and photons of light bouncing off the surface molecules get entangled with them.
—Quanta Magazine, 13 Feb. 2026
More long-acting molecules could also play a part.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Protects the body from free radicals or unstable molecules that increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Scientists used computer simulations to study this process and predict how molecules behave inside the body.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Instead of focusing on common gases like water vapor or carbon monoxide, the scientists searched for sulfur-bearing molecules — elements that typically begin as solid grains in a young protoplanetary disk and thus suggest the planet formed through core accretion, according to the statement.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Vitamin E Helps Protect Omega-3s Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects omega-3s from oxidative damage, which is cellular damage caused by unstable molecules.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Lemons and Salt The citric acid in lemons will break the bond between grease molecules and oven surfaces.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for molecules
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That leads to high temperatures, which create a glowing protostar due to the rapid (kinetic) motion of the internal gas particles, and eventually, after a few tens of millions of years, the core temperatures rise high enough (above 4 million K or so) that nuclear fusion of hydrogen begins.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
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The findings open a novel way to probe how quarks become bound into protons, neutrons, and other particles.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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Tiny beads of blood had seeped out and dried into tiny specks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Feb. 2026
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Also known as sunspots, solar lentigines, or liver spots, age spots are additional specks and bits of pigment caused by excessive sun exposure.—
Essence,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2026
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Auroral arcs form when fast-moving electrons, juiced by Alfvén waves, hit atoms in our atmosphere, releasing light in towering bands.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
8 Feb. 2026
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This chemical reaction occurs on a catalyst surface where hydrogen and carbon atoms link to form hydrocarbon chains of varying lengths.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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There are several bits about comedy that haven’t aged well — references to Bill Cosby and Russell Peters, and there’s a scene from The Hangover.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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This brought back family gossip and hesitant bits of information about my mother’s beloved grandfather, my maternal great-grandfather.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
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As Dracula, Jones is giddy and joyous with flecks of depravity bursting through as the plot expands to include his ethereal bond with Harker’s fiancée, Mina Murray (also Bleu).—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 Feb. 2026
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Editors could immediately tell that this wasn't your typical tortilla chip, noting the pale color and dark flecks of chia seed.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Oats and quinoa are both nutrient-dense, heart-healthy whole grains.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
9 Feb. 2026
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Fiber is mainly found in legumes, like beans, as well as in fruits, vegetables and whole grains.—
Virginia Willis,
AJC.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Cut with a floured 2 3/4- to 3-inch round or square cutter; re-form scraps as necessary to make six biscuits.—
Holly Riordan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Feb. 2026
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This will help flush any loose food scraps down the disposal or into your strainer basket for easy removal.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
10 Feb. 2026
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Another pair was constructed with various patches of blanket and check fabrics.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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Written and performed Kentucky natives Nick Jamerson and Kris Bentley, the this song is love note to Kentucky which paints a nostalgic picture of familiar landscapes like old barns, tobacco patches, and the specific, winding journey of the Kentucky Mountain Parkway.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Molecules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/molecules. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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