These types of protrusions are fairly common, particularly in older men, and occur when a small amount of abdominal contents, such as fat or a bit of intestines, slips through a gap or weak point in the muscles and tissues of the abdominal wall.
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Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
9 July 2026
Traditional control surfaces create gaps and protrusions that increase radar cross-section and require constant adjustments in fly-by-wire systems.
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Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
As does the Buddha’s Hand, a pulp-less lemon with fragrant, yellowy finger-like protuberances best for zesting, candying, and making infusions for teas, simple syrups, marinades, and libations.
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Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
Described as bright green with small protuberances on its back, the frog belongs to the Gastrotheca genus, a group of marsupial frogs found in Central and South America.
Meanwhile, eight games into the 2025 season, after the Hurricanes lost twice in a three-game span to fall to 6-2, projections gave Cristobal’s team just a 5% chance to make the postseason field.
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Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
16 July 2026
The Legend of Korra In Concert will invite fans to experience Korra’s world through a live symphonic performance synchronized with HD projections of memorable scenes from the series in chronological order.
The plane carrying the deportees arrived on the same day the United Nations confirmed that a deadly gang rampage in the hills above Port-au-Prince had left at least 61 people dead, including 14 children.
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Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
16 July 2026
Nestled in the hills of Western North Carolina, just a short drive from Brevard and Cashiers, Lake Toxaway is the perfect tranquil getaway.
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