as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
the amplitude of Thomas Jefferson's interests—government, architecture, agriculture, science, philosophy—is truly awesome
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Recent Examples of amplitude
Reality check: Climate change is magnifying the chances for compound disasters by increasing the frequency and amplitude of extreme precipitation events, raising sea levels, and boosting hurricane intensity.
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Avery Lotz, Axios, 8 Oct. 2024
There’s the amplitude of the county and the dynamism of life there, and the economy and the diversity of people doing different kinds of things.
—Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2024
Its volume gives the amplitude for that interaction to occur.
—Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
Monroe fully understood that presidents are granted far greater amplitude to exercise power in foreign affairs than in the domestic realm.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Aug. 2024
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Avery Lotz, Axios, 8 Oct. 2024
There’s the amplitude of the county and the dynamism of life there, and the economy and the diversity of people doing different kinds of things.
—Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2024
Its volume gives the amplitude for that interaction to occur.
—Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
Monroe fully understood that presidents are granted far greater amplitude to exercise power in foreign affairs than in the domestic realm.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Aug. 2024
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And reference images can help narrow the scope of the output to keep it within a specific color palette or use specific patterns or textures.Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Smith added that if any other polling locations are added to the PSPS scope due to a change in the forecast, officials would assess the situation and provide backup power if needed.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The city faces a deep political divide on key policy questions, such as the extent to which the large police budget should be preserved over other city services in upcoming budget talks.Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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When conflicts exist outside the U.S. realm, money tends to flow to U.S. Treasurys as a safe-haven investment.Sanford Mann, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Additional carrots for Ukraine are most likely to be found in the economic realm.Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 4 Nov. 2024
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Pulse width modulation control further reduces even the most minor rotational inaccuracies, along with any errors in the drive signal.Simon Lucas, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
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Each slit’s width should be about a third or a fourth of the distance between the frames.Charlotte Hu, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2024
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Long range competition shooters use them religiously.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Which is why the salon also offers a range of services to help it last: wigs-only highlights, washing, setting, trendy cuts, and dye services, starting at around $250.Talia Lavin, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Amplitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amplitude. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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