carapace

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Recent Examples of carapace But Groff is an actor who’s able to communicate hurt and humanity even through a carapace of ego and moral deficiency. Sara Holdren, Vulture, 16 June 2024 Younger crabs may not have the fuzzy claws, and it's recommended to look for a notch on their carapace, or shell, between their eyes and the four small spines on each side. Li Cohen, CBS News, 11 June 2024 And on top of that is this amazing sort of carapace of incredible glamour. Andrea Lavinthal, Peoplemag, 24 May 2024 Its impressive carapace alone can measure up to 12 inches across, with legs that can extend up to 12 feet from claw to claw. Anna Nordseth, Discover Magazine, 1 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for carapace 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carapace
Noun
  • Instead of protecting children, these exceptions have become a massive shield for EdTech companies to collect, maintain, and monetize student data with minimal oversight.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
  • Another factor is why the Trump administration is seeking such a shield.
    David Szondy, New Atlas, 6 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • After a loud beep, one steps onto a metal plate as a set of white tubes descends onto her teats.
    Colette Davidson, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Feb. 2025
  • In a crucial week in Real Madrid’s season, Kylian Mbappe stepped up to the plate.
    Mario Cortegana, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The water-repellent, windproof shell is insulated with 600-fill-power goose down, and the cuffs can be cinched to lock in warmth.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2025
  • Using a satellite tag attached to its shell, the club will monitor Exodus’ migratory path over the course of a year.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Vejle Museums announced the discovery of numerous ancient artifacts, including the Roman armor, in a press release published Jan. 29.
    Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 5 Feb. 2025
  • In regards to new armor pieces, Servants of Freedom has two sets in store: the IE-3 Martyr and the IE-12 Righteous.
    Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 4 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • So, expect lots of technique complemented by balanced flavors and pristine plating.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2025
  • The spices, the techniques, the beautiful plating, and the sincere, welcoming service make this place shine.
    Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • China continues to build and modernize its military power, which includes the largest navy in the world by hull count.
    Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
  • As water flooded the Pacific’s hull, the crew struggled in vain to launch the lifeboats.
    Joel Sams, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Court documents state that shell casings from both 9mm and .40 caliber handguns were recovered at the scene.
    Elgin Courier-News, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025
  • An analysis of the firearm through the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network connected the gun to shell casings collected at the scene of the shooting days earlier, according to federal authorities.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Microplastics tend to gather in fat cells in the insulating sheath that wraps around the brain's neurons and helps to regulate signal transmission—this accumulation may explain why microplastic concentrations in the brain are higher than in other organs, the team said.
    Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
  • Try a sparkly mini by Ganni or an asymmetrical sheath from Taller Marmo.
    Christina Holevas, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024

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“Carapace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carapace. Accessed 17 Feb. 2025.

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