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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
a music that is now generally regarded as a distinct species of rap
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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
in the late 1960s there emerged a new species of actor: edgy and not conventionally handsome
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as in world
human beings in general
the future of the species may well depend on our willingness to limit the impact of an ever-increasing population
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Recent Examples of species
While deer and turkeys have since rebounded, cougars and buffalo have not reestablished themselves in the region, said Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency species support biologist Joy Sweaney.
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Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Oct. 2025
The species measures around 4 to 6 feet, can weigh up to 440 pounds, and live around 25 years.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Though rarely deadly, this species contains the psychoactive compounds ibotenic acid and muscimol.
—Matt Kasson, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2025
Spotted skunks are a species of concern because scientists are unsure why its population has been declining in recent years, says Mengak.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
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Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Oct. 2025
The species measures around 4 to 6 feet, can weigh up to 440 pounds, and live around 25 years.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Though rarely deadly, this species contains the psychoactive compounds ibotenic acid and muscimol.
—Matt Kasson, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2025
Spotted skunks are a species of concern because scientists are unsure why its population has been declining in recent years, says Mengak.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for species
Noun
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In an era when multinationals are diversifying away from single-market dependencies, Minister Al-Falih’s remarks made clear that Riyadh wants to anchor that shift — offering predictability, efficiency, and partnership in a volatile world.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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That’s what Rebecca feels—all alone in a world that seems to care less.—
Joni Eareckson Tada,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The study, the first of its kind locally, was conducted by Sojourner Family Peace Center in Milwaukee, the state's largest advocacy organization for victims of domestic violence.—
Ashley Luthern,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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No one likes to see streaking of any kind.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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The American Kennel Club notes that most dog breeds are regarded for their loyalty and sensitivity.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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The color of an eggshell depends on the breed of the chicken.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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Those who predicted a doomed future for all of humanity called us addicts and criminals, leeches and slime (and way worse things) because we were detested, shouted at, dragged by our arms across bedrooms and public sporting events.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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The humanities program will work with the arts board's Folk & Traditional Arts Apprenticeship program to train master and apprentice Wisconsin folk artists in planning and producing public programs that showcase and contextualize cultural traditions, stories and histories.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Before making landfall on Tuesday, Melissa reached Category 5 status, the highest category on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Every year, France is behind so many movies submitted for the international feature film category at the Oscars.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The flannel and cashmere blends versions for the chillier seasons that maintain a softer finish in the Prince of Wales, stripes, herringbone and micro design color hues.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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While Harrison opted for the red stripe set, the midnight foulard was a close second.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
28 Oct. 2025
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There are more than a dozen Texas Ranger shrubs in the Leucophyllum genus, including eight-foot-tall giants and a three-foot compact type.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
18 Oct. 2025
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Both healthy and sick sea stars carried a ton of Vibrio bacteria—which was expected, since the genus is found all over the ocean.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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And look for dozens of episodes featuring genre-spanning discussions, debates, and explainers with Rolling Stone‘s critics and reporters.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
26 Oct. 2025
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But Interview With the Vampire set a precedent for transformative TV from the Immortal Universe, its narrative and visual audacity subverting adaptation tropes and genre storytelling by challenging viewers’ notions of immortality, sexuality, and destiny.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Species.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/species. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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