throughput

noun

Definition of throughputnext
as in production

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Recent Examples of throughput In practical terms, that means better throughput, lower tail latency, and a more graceful way to serve large models at scale. — Karl Freund, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The site now features dedicated processing bays and automated digital X-ray inspection equipment that reduce inspection time and improve manufacturing throughput. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026 The satellites are the first of SpaceX’s upgraded Starlink V3 model, with significant improvements in throughput and power. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for throughput
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  1. production
  2. output
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  • The plan includes the elimination of tunnels, arms stockpiles and weapons production facilities, the diplomat said, adding that by the end of the process there would be no remaining militant infrastructure in Gaza.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 31 July 2026
  • The non-profit theater, which already runs on tight margins, creates immersive hands-on productions designed for young people and their families.
    — Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of production
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  • The snapshot of firms’ output, which includes measures like new orders, buying, and hiring, indicated that, as hostilities eased at the start of the month, firms were fast to recover.
    — Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Italian cinema has a unique history and, at the same time, a current output that deserves to be celebrated.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026
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“Throughput.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throughput. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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