atoms
Pronunciación: [ˈætəmz]
Palabra
Contexto: «science»
(noun) the basic building blocks of all matter. Everything around us, like your toys, water, and even air, is made of atoms. They are so small that you can't see them without special tools.
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Water is made up of tiny atoms that combine to create this essential liquid.
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Not all materials are made of atoms; pure energy is not composed of any atoms.
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What are atoms and why are they important for everything around us?
Contexto: «metaphor»
(noun) a term sometimes used to describe very small amounts of something. Just like atoms are tiny, people might use this word to say they have a tiny bit of something.
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There was an atom of hope in her heart as she faced the challenge.
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He felt no atom of doubt about his decision; he was completely sure.
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Do you think there is even an atom of chance that we can win?
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