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curvature

noun

ˈkər-və-ˌchu̇r

Definition of curvature

as in curve

something that curves or is curved curvature of the spine is called scoliosis

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Recent Examples of curvature The 2018 Equal Earth projection, on the other hand, follows the Earth’s curvature and shows continents in their true proportions. — ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026 The Samsung 32-inch Essential S3 sets a strong benchmark for budget big-screen value by pairing an immersive 1800R curvature with smooth 100-hertz refresh performance. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 18 Aug. 2026 McCoy lives with severe spinal curvature disorder and a chest protrusion caused by a childhood surgery. — Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 This cushion was designed by physical therapists to fit the curvature of your back. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for curvature

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Gen Z is already acting on dissatisfaction, which means the window to build defensible AI practices is closing while adoption curves are still climbing.

— Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
But Muse and dots offer this type of service to a huge commercial audience with almost no learning curve.

— Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2026

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Ideal for those who don’t want earbuds sitting in their ear canals all day, the AeroClip is a flexible, comfortable earbud that can endure 20,000 bends and still deliver high-res bass.

— Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
The more exaggerated interpretations, with oversized collars that swallow the chin or heavy embellishment, are the ones most at risk of looking dated once the search curve bends.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026

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