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
Only the amplitude of stimulation, measured in volts, is typically adjusted to accommodate individual tolerances or symptom severity.
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IEEE Spectrum, 30 June 2025
Lightning creates a continuing current with durations ranging from tens to hundreds of milliseconds and exhibit amplitudes from several tens to a few hundreds of amperes.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
The prey robot was programmed to move only once per trial run but each time at different amplitudes.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 18 Mar. 2025
Part of the model processed the pulse signal to identify if the amplitude dropped and if the accelerometer detected any movement.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Mar. 2025
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IEEE Spectrum, 30 June 2025
Lightning creates a continuing current with durations ranging from tens to hundreds of milliseconds and exhibit amplitudes from several tens to a few hundreds of amperes.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
The prey robot was programmed to move only once per trial run but each time at different amplitudes.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 18 Mar. 2025
Part of the model processed the pulse signal to identify if the amplitude dropped and if the accelerometer detected any movement.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amplitude
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Bogotá’s secretary of government stated that the event’s private security measures were overwhelmed and clarified that investigations are underway to understand the full scope of what occurred, according to local paper El Tiempo.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
7 Aug. 2025
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Metro and his co-producers nailed the full scope of the futuristic era, from the earworm melodies of neon synths and spooky keys with reverb to the subtleties of the pitter-pattering drum programming.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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Some examples highlight the extent of this shift: In California, quarterback Malachi Nelson signed a six-figure NIL deal as a high school junior.—
Aaron S. Marks,
Hartford Courant,
15 Aug. 2025
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The 211 data provides one view into the extent of the damage.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Still, in the realm of your romantic partnerships, themes surrounding your independence and individuality (or lack thereof) could also come up for review.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Maladaptive daydreaming is a form of intense daydreaming characterized by the creation of unrealistic or fantastical situations, conversations, or stories in one’s own mind that are outside the realm of a person’s day-to-day life.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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Our test car was fitted with the gigantic (420 mm front, 410 mm rear) carbon ceramic brakes, and at the rear, the center lock wheels are 11.5 inches in width.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 Aug. 2025
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The contemporary jewelry brand delivers a range of band widths, textures, and styles that are perfect for layering up.—
Lauren Alexis Fisher,
Footwear News,
12 Aug. 2025
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Powell was one of only six NBA players last season to average at least 21 points while shooting better than 48% from the field and 40% from three-point range.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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While owners can charge the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 S E Performance for maximum hybrid range, there’s no real need to charge the roadster to ensure there’s enough electric power to deliver all 805 hp.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Amplitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amplitude. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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