R&D
Americanabbreviation
Example Sentences
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“I expect a narrative shift and a further R&D boost toward post-quantum cryptography,” Drake wrote.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
The R&D organization had an outsize influence on 20th-century technologies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026
In January, Tchinnis passed on the secrets of La Mer to a new colleague as he stepped down from his role as executive director for R&D, ending his 25-year watch over the broth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
The bill, passed in July, restores the ability to fully deduct domestic R&D expenses beginning on 2025 taxes.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
It is clear that in certain areas, DOD must remain involved where there is no private R&D or to fill gaps in R&D. Warships, fighter aircraft, tanks, and missile defense are examples.
From Shock and Awe — Achieving Rapid Dominance by Wade, James P.
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