as in diffuseness
the use of too many words to express an idea
the author's tendency toward diffusion makes the novel a tedious read
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Similarly, Ayna used Azure OpenAI Service to train diffusion models that enable brands to generate catalog photo shoots and virtual try-on experiences in minutes, bypassing the time and cost of traditional studio setups.
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Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Consider adding a carrier oil, like coconut oil, to the dish to dilute the essential oils and extend the diffusion time.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
Researchers also evaluated white matter in the brain using an MRI technique called diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), which measures the movement of water molecules in the brain.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 24 Mar. 2025
And given the compute needs and size of the training data required to create a truly visually comprehensive multimodal model, the output quality of the images isn't necessarily as good as diffusion models just yet.
—Ars Technica, 18 Mar. 2025
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Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Consider adding a carrier oil, like coconut oil, to the dish to dilute the essential oils and extend the diffusion time.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
Researchers also evaluated white matter in the brain using an MRI technique called diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), which measures the movement of water molecules in the brain.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 24 Mar. 2025
And given the compute needs and size of the training data required to create a truly visually comprehensive multimodal model, the output quality of the images isn't necessarily as good as diffusion models just yet.
—Ars Technica, 18 Mar. 2025
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“Diffusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diffusion. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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