lasers

plural of laser
as in spotlights
a device that produces a narrow and powerful stream of light that has many special uses in medicine, industry, etc. doctors using a laser to perform delicate eye surgery

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Recent Examples of lasers The duo were among the first adopters of dermatological procedures such as injectables, lasers and other modalities — experience Frank lauded in an interview. James Manso, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024 This plasma must then be contained with powerful magnets or lasers, which are complex and energy-intensive. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 8 Dec. 2024 Displays include holiday lasers on the ore dock, downtown district lights, an interactive art installation that uses light, sound, and movement, a holiday parade, tree lighting, and a yule market. Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024 The satellites—less than 5 feet wide—rely on GPS, star trackers, lasers and radio links to fly autonomously. Ty Roush, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 The plasma must be contained using extremely powerful magnets or lasers, which are complex and power hungry, so being able to do without them is a significant benefit for Acceleron’s lukewarm approach to fusion. IEEE Spectrum, 3 Dec. 2024 This includes lasers, high-speed fluorescence imaging cameras, and other specialized devices. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024 In collaboration with the Rembrandt House Museum, G-Star has created a collection of denim that reinterprets the artist’s method using lasers, washing and coatings. Carved In Blue, Sourcing Journal, 27 Nov. 2024 The grounds have been transformed into a sparkly wonderland, glowing in all the colors of the rainbow thanks to thousands of lasers, strobes and twinkling lights. Kathy Rose Obrien, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024

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“Lasers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lasers. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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