both the antennas vs both antennas

These two phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. "Both the antennas" is used to refer to specific antennas that have been previously mentioned or are known in the context. On the other hand, "both antennas" is used when referring to two antennas in a general sense without specifying which ones.

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both the antennas

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to specific antennas that have been previously mentioned or are known in the context.

Use "both the antennas" when you want to refer to specific antennas that have been previously mentioned or are known in the context.

Examples:

Both the antennas on the roof were damaged in the storm.
I need to adjust both the antennas to improve the signal.
Both the antennas are pointing in the same direction.
She checked both the antennas for any signs of wear.
The technician examined both the antennas for faults.

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At each of the measuring points, readings shall be taken both with the antenna in a horizontal and in a vertical polarisation (see Figure 2 in Appendix 1 of Annex VI).
The radar image and the position from the position sensor shall both be adjustable for the antenna offset to the conning position.
Both antennas are mounted to the window with oversized suction cups, can be mounted either for horizontal or vertical polarization.
Other measuring antennae are allowed within the test area, at a minimum distance of 10 m both from receiving antenna and the vehicle under test, provided that it can be shown that the test results will not be affected.
A 'bi directional' mode changes the antenna to transmit equally in both directions at the same time. A serial CAT interface is included in each Ultrabeam controller, and can be used for direct control from a transceiver or in conjuntion with a microHAM interface.
Get the antenna, get the antenna, get the antenna.
The antenna array is completely fried.
The antenna drive system and the antenna shall be such as to allow correct operation at wind speeds of up to 100 km per hour.
The antenna characteristics shall be measured in accordance with IEC publication 936 Shipborne Radar.
The antenna leads are melted away.
The rotator is the crucial part in the antenna system.
Depending on size of the antennas the rotator has to be choosen appropiately regarding torque and bending force.
Each element and the boom are colour coded, preventing any misunderstanding when assembling the antenna.
Weight of the antenna less than 900g.
Minimal influences within the antenna due to the narrow spaced elements.
The antenna is hidden between the mountains.
The antenna tore off when we rolled.
My father would sit here and watch every channel the antennas could pull in.
This is the antenna and front vestigial wing of a Cimex Hemipterus.
We've got a problem with the antenna ringing.

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both antennas

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to two antennas in a general sense without specifying which ones.

Use "both antennas" when you want to refer to two antennas in a general sense without specifying which ones.