that is

Idioms  

1. Also, that is to say. To explain more clearly, in other words, as in It's on the first floor, that is, at street level, or We're coming next month, that is to say, in November. [Early 1600s] Also see under that's.

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that is

These particles interact strongly with magnetic and electric fields, creating turbulence that is fundamentally different from what we experience on Earth.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 12, 2026

“Everything that is fixed is a target now.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026

Pochettino's driven, competitive nature means that is an itch he will want to scratch when his United appointment is confirmed.

From BBC ● Nov. 11, 2026

GV: OK, so you didn’t start off making work with the intention of thinking through cultural preservation, but that is a huge aspect to your work.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2026

With control of the muscles of the foot the toes may be brought down to the floor without any movement that is perceptible to the eye.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

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• i.e.
• particularly
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