polarized
Americanadjective
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of or relating to a medium that exhibits polarization.
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(of an electric plug or outlet) designed so that the plug and outlet fit together in only one way.
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The facility's ID32 beamline produces precisely controlled polarized X-rays, allowing scientists to examine subtle magnetic structures that are otherwise extremely difficult to detect.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026
In today's polarized US politics, Pulido has aimed to bring people together across the aisle for support, sporting a campaign slogan that says: "I'm not team Red or team Blue. South Texas, I'm team You."
From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026
Warner Bros. leaned in to the polarized reviews in its marketing, encouraging audiences to make up their own minds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
In death, just as in life, Dolly Parton was a rare unifier in a highly polarized America.
From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026
They followed the missile’s progress through polarized windows.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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