as in analyses
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole
a minutely detailed anatomy of the "perfect crime"
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Recent Examples of anatomies
The fossil will hopefully help scientists trace the development of modern-day arthropods, and reveal how their simpler ancestors developed the complex anatomies of the creatures that exist today.
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 8 Dec. 2025
High-resolution 3-D scans allow researchers to visualize minuscule anatomies without lifting a scalpel.
—Marion Renault, The Atlantic, 29 Sep. 2025
Norselapsis straddles both anatomies, with researchers likening it to a human whose arms extended from behind their cheeks.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2025
Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 8 Dec. 2025
High-resolution 3-D scans allow researchers to visualize minuscule anatomies without lifting a scalpel.
—Marion Renault, The Atlantic, 29 Sep. 2025
Norselapsis straddles both anatomies, with researchers likening it to a human whose arms extended from behind their cheeks.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anatomies
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But the center has seen an exodus of artists following the name change, while ticket sales have been lagging, according to analyses in the Washington Post and the New York Times.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
27 Mar. 2026
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In summary, engineering analyses and field reports show that exoskeletons can deliver substantial load reductions (often 30–50% in target muscles) and improve endurance.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2026
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District scrutiny and investigations Bill Elliott announced his retirement in January 2026 amid heightened scrutiny of the district's handling of Caleb Elliott's hiring and supervision.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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There is no sign outside for the companies that, on paper, received tens of millions of dollars tied to one of the largest corruption investigations in global soccer.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Kansas bill would establish auditing procedures, outline reporting requirements for PBMs and allow the Insurance Department to conduct financial examinations of benefit managers to ensure compliance.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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The agency noted that Trident is currently undergoing routine financial examinations which include a review of affiliate transactions.—
Scott Pham,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Anatomies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anatomies. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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