UV
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Example Sentences
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She’ll go for a 30-minute walk outside wearing a weighted vest, UV protectant facial mask and sun hat, then spend another 30 in her home gym.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
The simulations also incorporated the effects of solar wind and UV radiation.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 13, 2026
Talley, an artist and retired college biology teacher, has—prior to the Reflecting Pool situation—made dozens of algae-themed suncatchers out of UV resin.
From Slate ● Jun. 27, 2026
Levels of UV radiation vary throughout the day, with the highest readings over a four-hour period when the sun is at its highest - usually from late morning to early afternoon.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
Kylie hands her the tools she needs and shines a UV light around in my mouth as Dr. Ashworth works from the back to the front.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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