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Vocabulary Entry
nsf
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
NSF stands for National Science Foundation, a U.S. government agency that supports research and education in science and engineering.
Example Sentences
"The NSF awarded a grant for the innovative research project."
"Many scientists rely on NSF funding to continue their studies."
"She applied for an NSF fellowship to support her graduate education."
V
verb
To NSF means to not sufficiently fund or support a project or initiative.
Example Sentences
"The department decided to NSF the proposal due to budget constraints."
"We cannot afford to NSF this critical research area."
"If we NSF the project, it will delay important discoveries."
A
adjective
Describing something related to the National Science Foundation or its criteria.
Example Sentences
"They submitted an NSF proposal to secure funding for their research."
"The NSF guidelines are very strict about eligibility."
"Her work met all the NSF standards for scientific integrity."