sandworm
noun
sand·worm
ˈsan(d)-ˌwərm 
: any of various sand-dwelling polychaete worms: such as
a
: any of several large burrowing worms (especially genus Alitta) often used as bait
b
: lugworm
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His meticulous craftsmanship behind icons such as E.T., the sandworms of David Lynch’s Dune, and King Kong, remains a testament to the magic of practical effects.
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Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
From a Dune sandworm playing instruments to LA firefighters delivering jokes, O’Brien added his own zany and risky spin to the night.
—Rosa Escandon, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
The Dune sandworm, which popped up in the orchestra playing the harp in a moment reminiscent of O’Brien’s early late-night days, initially was going to command even more screen time.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
One idea had the sandworm being lowered from the ceiling to talk to O’Brien.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
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Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
From a Dune sandworm playing instruments to LA firefighters delivering jokes, O’Brien added his own zany and risky spin to the night.
—Rosa Escandon, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
The Dune sandworm, which popped up in the orchestra playing the harp in a moment reminiscent of O’Brien’s early late-night days, initially was going to command even more screen time.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
One idea had the sandworm being lowered from the ceiling to talk to O’Brien.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
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“Sandworm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sandworm. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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