hermetically
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of hermetically
Example Sentences
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It can take years to build special equipment, such as pressure vessels, steam generators and reactor coolant pumps, the 170 metric ton hermetically sealed systems that move water through the reactor core.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
"We've had to purchase a hermetically sealed case, which makes sure the humidity is correct because they are very delicate," said Tim Payne, trustee of the heritage centre.
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
The shelters feature a main door that seals hermetically and a decontamination chamber where people can shower if they have been in a contaminated environment.
From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026
“Boarding school is almost like a hermetically sealed environment, with very distinct rules and hierarchies,” he said.
From Salon ● Feb. 16, 2024
The world had become a hermetically sealed cattle car.
From "Night" by Elie Wiesel
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