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killer application

British

noun

a highly innovative, very powerful, or extremely useful computer application; esp one sufficiently important as to justify purchase of the equipment or software

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Here, Mr. Sorey channels specific details of that solo and their broader implications through his version’s nearly 11 minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

For Pikovski, the broader implications are just as exciting.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

“Depending on the duration and how the situation in the Middle East develops, there could be broader implications for supply chains and macroeconomic conditions affecting demand patterns,” SIA said.

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The prospect of a SpaceX IPO has become a key focal point for markets, and any delay tied to deteriorating conditions could carry broader implications.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Simple decency and common sense in their broader implications are essential to the practice of the profession.

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